How to Find Out the Status of an Approved Disability Claim

Filing disability claims with the Social Security Administration is typically a long, frustrating process. Once approved, the Social Security Administration will send you a claim approval letter. After receiving this letter, you can still request updates on the status of your approved disability claim from your local Social Security office. You may want to request a status update in order to determine the date you can expect to begin receiving disability payments.

Things You'll Need

• Social Security Number

Instructions

1. Find your Social Security disability claim letter stating approval of your claim. The Social Security Administration sends the letter to the address listed on your claim application. Although you can check on the status of the claim without this letter, the letter will assist you in obtaining the most up-to-date status information about your claim.

2. Obtain the contact information for your local Social Security Office. Go to the Online Social Security office locator tool (See Resources). Enter your Zip Code in the search box and click the "Locate" button. Alternatively, you can call the Social Security Administration at 800-772-1213 and ask the representative for contact information for your local Social Security office.

3. Contact your local Social Security Office. Request a status update for your approved claim. Provide the representative with your Social Security number and the claim ID number listed at the top of the Social Security disability claim letter stating approval of your claim. The representative will provide you with the updated status of your claim including information about when you can expect to start receiving disability payments.

References

• SSDRC: Social Secuirty Disability Status
• SSDRC: How do you find out if a Social Secuirty Disability claim has been approved or denied?
• Ultimate Disability Guide: How to find out your Social Security Disability Claim Status

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish
• SSA: Local Office Search