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Social Security Has Reduced the Disability Backlog - Newsweek
Social Security has been reducing the backlog of disability claims. The average wait time for a hearing is now the lowest it has been in the past 20 years! The average wait time has dropped to 265 days; it used to be almost two years or longer!
SSA Commissioner Frank Bisignano said in a statement provided to Newsweek: “For too long, Americans with disabilities have endured lengthy delays for a decision on the support they desperately need. Under President Trump’s leadership, Social Security is improving how we process disability claims, leveraging smarter technology, stronger federal-state partnerships, and a relentless focus on efficiency.”
Khaleda Rahman has written an article about what Social Security has been doing to streamline the disability process and reduce wait times. Read her complete article here ….
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