How long does it take to get approved for Social Security disability benefits?
From the initial filing of your claim to the date you are approved will depend on whether you are approved at the initial filing or whether you have to go through the two appeal steps which are Request for Reconsideration and Request for Hearing before an Administrative Law Judge. If you are approved at initial filing, it takes approximately 30 to 90 days. If you have to go through the two appeal steps, it could take as long as l8 to 24 months.
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