If you have been approved for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits your claim will be reviewed periodically to determine if you still meet the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) criteria for disability. Your benefits will be continued if the SSA determines your conditions continue to prevent you from maintaining substantial gainful employment.
The frequency of these medical reviews depends on what condition(s) you suffer from, the severity of the condition(s), and likelihood of the condition(s) improving. If your condition(s) is expected to improve, the SSA will review your claim within six to 18 months from when you were approved. If your condition(s) may possibly improve, you will be reviewed by the SSA within three years of starting your benefits. If your condition(s) are unlikely to improve, you will be reviewed by the SSA within five to seven years.
The SSA will mail you a letter initiating the review. The SSA will request medical reports from your providers and your claim will be evaluated by one of their disability examiners and doctors. If necessary, you will be asked to attend an appointment with a doctor selected by the SSA.
If the SSA determines you still meet the disability criteria your benefits will continue. If it is determined that no longer meet the requirements you will be able to file an appeal of that decision. You may still be eligible to receive benefits while your appeal is pending.
For more information on SSI medical reviews refer to the SSA’s article “What You Need To Know When You Get Supplemental Security Income (SSI).”
