An SSA award letter is a letter to inform that a claim for the benefits is approved. The United States Social Security Administration (SSA) is an independent agency that administers a social program for insurance consisting of retirement, disability as well as survivor benefits.
SSA Award Letter (Award Notice) 2022
An award letter also known as an award notice that Social Security Administration (SSA) sends out to inform an individual that a claim for benefits has been approved. Although award letters go out for any type of benefit application, the term is most commonly associated with disability claims. The award letter is for any type of benefit, however it is commonly associated with disability claims. If need to replace the original award letter, request a copy by contacting Social Security at
800-772-1213 or visiting local SSA office at
secure.ssa.gov/ICON/main.jsp.
SSA Award Letter Phone Number
1-800-772-1213 between 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. from Monday through Friday.
1-800-325-0778 for deaf or hard of hearing and use TTY equipment.
The SSA Award Letter phone number provides the services regarding the following:
- Request for a benefit verification letter
- Request to replace a Medicare Card
- Ask to receive a claim status
- Call to find the address of the local Social Security office
- Request aSS-5 form, for a Social Security Card
- Apply for an original Social Security card
- Direct deposit
SSA Award Letter Request
Request online by using my Social Security account that will allow to immediately view, print, as well as save a copy of the letter or call to request one at
1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
How Long After I Receive My Award Letter Will I Get My Money?
usually, expect the back pay as well as the first monthly check to start from 30 to 90 days after the award letter. For insurance, if approved for SSI, the beneficiary will receive insurance benefits.
Social Security Benefits for People with Disabilities
For People with Disabilities, benefits include Social Security Disability Insurance as well as Supplemental Security Income. To find out eligibility for either program, meet SSA’s definition of disability:
- Unable to do substantial gainful work or any activity
- Disability is expected to last for at one year or result in death
- Impairment is on Social Security’s list
How to Report a Death of Medicare Beneficiary to Social Security?
To report a death follow steps:
- Provide the Social Security number of the deceased person to the funeral director to report the death to the SSA
- Contact local Social Security office at secure.ssa.gov/ICON/main.jsp. Or call on SSA's number at 1-800-772-1213 to report
How Long Does It Take to Get SSA Approval Letter?
Usually, it takes
3 to 5 Months to get approval. However, the accurate time depends on how far it takes to get the medical records and other proof required to make a decision.
What can I Expect During the SSA Appointment?
A representative from Social Security will take the interview as well as complete the application for disability
benefits and will prepare Disability Report. The interview will be taken either by telephone or in local
Social Security office and will take at least one hour.