How Can I Check the Status of My Social Security Disability Claim?
You have three main options to check the status of your Social Security Disability (SSDI or SSI) claim:
1. Online through a “my Social Security” account
This is often the fastest way to get basic updates on your case. Once you sign up, you can:
- See the date your application or appeal was received
- Check whether the Social Security Administration (SSA) is waiting on medical records
- Find out which office is handling your claim
- View hearing schedules (if any)
- See whether the SSA has made a decision
To sign up for an online account, you’ll need:
- Your Social Security number
- A valid email address
- A U.S. mailing address
- To be at least 18 years old
Keep in mind: it can take up to 30 days for the SSA to update your file after you apply. If you don’t see any progress after that, something could be missing, such as a doctor’s report or form.
2. By phone
You can call the national SSA line at 1-800-772-1213 or contact your local Social Security office for claim updates. Representatives may offer helpful information, but they won’t strategize or advocate for your case.
3. By going to a Social Security office
You can seek an appointment at a local Social Security office to talk with a representative there in person about your claim. But let’s be clear, this is not a fun way to spend your day.
Dealing with Social Security offices can be difficult. They suffer a lot of staff shortages and long waits.
So here is a fourth, even better option for checking your Social Security Disability claim: Have your disability lawyer do it for you.
At Silver & Archibald, we stay on top of your claim status, so you don’t have to constantly worry or chase answers.
We communicate with Social Security offices, follow up on outstanding items, and explain exactly what’s going on with your case. You can call us any time to check on your disability claim and get a much more personal response.
Start with our Georgia disability lawyers by getting a FREE CLAIM EVALUATION.
Why Isn’t My Online Social Security Disability Claim Status Telling Me Much?
Even with access to your SSA account, many people find updates vague, incomplete, and difficult to understand. Your status may say “pending” for weeks—or even months—without explaining what’s holding things up.
Meanwhile, problems could be building:
- A medical record might be missing.
- A form might have been filled out incorrectly.
- A deadline might be approaching without your knowledge.
Social Security staff can tell you what stage your claim is at, but they don’t have a personal stake in your success. They won’t necessarily:
- Identify weak spots in your claim.
- Identify errors by Social Security itself.
- Suggest what evidence might help your case.
That’s why many people choose to work with a qualified Social Security Disability lawyer.
At Silver & Archibald, we don’t just check your status—we actively manage your case. We’ll:
- Make sure the SSA has all the medical records they need
- Contact your doctors for more
- Monitor your case for delays or missing steps
- Guide you through appeals and hearings if needed
- Explain where your case stands and what to do next
We take the stress off your shoulders so you can focus on your health, not the red tape.
If you’re applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), having a disability attorney by your side gives you a real advantage. Not only in understanding your case status, but also in winning your benefits.
At Silver & Archibald, our legal team understands how the SSA thinks, what they look for, and how to help clients avoid common mistakes.
How do you check the status of your disability claim? You can get Silver & Archibald to do much more than just check it, but to support it and strengthen it.
Together, let’s fight for your future.
Get to Know Silver & Archibald Disability Attorneys
Legal cases involving your health struggles are highly personal matters. When you’re looking for help, you want someone who treats you with the personal care, respect, and dignity this moment requires.
Answers to Common Questions About Social Security Disability
Social Security Disability is a huge program with a vast set of rules. As a resource for you as you sort out your disability claim, the disability lawyers at Silver & Archibald have prepared answers to some of the most common questions people have.
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