How To Check SSDI Claim Status and Disability Payments

Monitoring the status of your disability application is crucial to ensuring a successful claim.

Understanding your application status allows you to provide any requested information promptly. In some cases, you may be asked to provide additional information for your claim, or you may have to ask for reconsideration and file an appeal after denial. Whatever the reason, you can check SSDI claim status updates online, over the phone, or at your local Social Security office.

At Pekas Smith, our Arizona disability attorneys understand how crucial your disability claim is. That’s why we’re committed to helping you understand exactly how to check the application status of your disability claim, ensuring nothing stands in the way of the benefits you need.

How To Check Disability Claim Status Updates

To check the status of a disability claim online, you must create an online account, log in, and scroll to “Your Benefit Application.” Select “More Info” and “View Details.” This is the SSDI status tracker that allows you to see the progress of your claim. Alternatively, you may call 1 (800) 722-1213 and say “application status” when prompted. If you prefer to check in person, you can set an appointment at your local Social Security office to check your status and submit any additional information.

Ways To Check Your Disability Application Status

1. Create a My Social Security account.

All Social Security accounts, whether it’s for retirement pay, SSDI, or SSI, use the my Social Security account system. You must be at least 18 years old and have both a Social Security number and an email address to create a my Social Security account.

Go to the website to create your personal Social Security account. Click on “Create an Account” to create an account with the login.gov system. Click the white button labeled “Create an account” in blue. The form will prompt you for your email address and language preferences. You will verify your identity, receive an activation code, and create your login. You must also agree to the terms of service.

If you already have a login.gov or ID.me account, you can use that account to log in instead of creating a new account. Once you have an account, you can set preferences.

2. Check SSDI claim status updates.

To check your claim status, click on “Your Benefits Application” in your my Social Security account. Then click on “More Info” and “View Details.” There, you should see the status of your application for benefits as well as your claim or appeal decision if it has been issued.

3. View your claim information.

Once you have an account and verify that all information is correct, you can view information such as the following:

• Your claims
• Whether your claim or appeal has been processed
• Whether your claim or appeal has been approved
• Your filing date
• The claim location and servicing office
• Date and time of any scheduled hearings
• Re-entry numbers to return to an incomplete application

Your online account information should show the current status of your claim.

4. Call the Social Security Office to check your status.
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If you prefer not to make an online account, you may call to check the status of a disability claim. Call 1 (800) 772-1213 and say “application status” when prompted.

5. Go to your local Social Security office.

You may also check the status of your disability claim at your local Social Security office. You will need to confirm your identity when requesting status.

6. Follow up on your status.

There are two reasons to check the status of your disability claim regularly. Applying for benefits is critical to your financial situation, so it’s important to understand the status at all times.

Additionally, it’s important to follow up on any outstanding items. If an application is flagged for missing or incomplete information, you’ll need to address it promptly so your application can move forward. If you have a hearing scheduled, you also need to prepare for it. Carefully review your case status and respond accordingly to ensure your payments are processed efficiently.

What To Look for When You Check SSDI Claim Status Updates

When you check your disability insurance claim status, you should review the following:

• Your personal identifying information – Is it correct?
• The status of your application – Does it reflect that you’ve filed a disability claim?
• If your status is incomplete – Do you need to provide more information?
• Whether there has been a decision – Has your application been approved?
• Things to follow up on – What do you need to do next?
• Next steps – Have any hearings been scheduled?

Pay special attention to anything that requires your action, such as preparing for a hearing or submitting additional documentation.

Why Should You Check on the Status of Your Disability Application?

Checking the status of your disability application ensures your application is processed correctly and promptly. If there’s missing information, you can address it immediately and get your application moving. Additionally, you remain aware of when hearings are scheduled and can prepare for them.

When you aren’t up to date on the status of your claim, you could be missing a few key steps and left wondering why your disability payments are taking so long. If your application has been denied, you can ask for reconsideration or appeal the denial. Knowing your disability application status helps you meet appeal deadlines and keeps the process moving forward. Ultimately, it protects your rights and makes sure you receive the benefits you deserve.

Your my Social Security account

You can check SSDI claim status updates in your my Social Security account, and you can also update your information, view benefits, and change your direct deposit information. Tax documents are also available for benefit recipients.

Get Legal Help With Disability Claims and Payments

At Pekas Smith: Arizona Disability Attorneys, we help people receive Social Security disability benefits.

When our disability lawyers represent you, we stay up to date on your case status, address anything you may need to follow up on, and help you meet deadlines quickly. We evaluate your case through every step, applying our experience and familiarity with the claims process to advance your claim.

If you have questions or want to talk to a disability lawyer in Arizona and get legal help today, call or message us.