How to file an SSDI reconsideration in Indiana?
By Hogan Smith
Updated 08/12/2025
If your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim in Indiana has been denied, you still have the right to challenge the decision through the reconsideration process. This is the first step in the SSDI appeals process, giving you another opportunity to present your case to the Social Security Administration (SSA) with additional evidence.
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1. Understand the Deadline
In Indiana, you must file your reconsideration request within 60 days of receiving your denial letter. Missing this deadline could force you to start a new application, which may cost you valuable backpay.
2. Gather Stronger Medical Evidence
Your reconsideration request should include:
- Updated treatment records
- Test results and imaging reports
- Doctor’s statements detailing your limitations
- Records of hospitalizations or new diagnoses
3. File the Reconsideration Request
You can submit your request:
- Online via the SSA’s website
- By mail using Form SSA-561-U2 (Request for Reconsideration)
- In person at your local Indiana SSA office
When filing, you must also complete a Disability Report – Appeal form and a medical release form so SSA can request your updated medical records.
4. What Happens After Filing
Your case will be reviewed by a different claims examiner than the one who handled your initial application. They will:
- Review all prior evidence
- Consider any new evidence you submitted
- Possibly request additional medical information or a consultative exam
5. Timeline for a Decision
In Indiana, SSDI reconsiderations typically take 1 to 3 months, depending on:
- How quickly medical records are obtained
- Whether SSA requires further evaluations
- The current workload at your local SSA office
6. Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting the same evidence without updates
- Missing deadlines
- Failing to explain changes or worsening in your condition
How Hogan Smith Can Help
At Hogan Smith, we assist Indiana residents in strengthening their reconsideration requests by:
- Identifying and gathering the strongest medical evidence
- Preparing detailed appeal forms
- Communicating directly with SSA to keep the process moving
- Advising on additional steps if reconsideration is denied
Contact Hogan Smith Today
If your SSDI claim in Indiana has been denied, don’t wait—call Hogan Smith for a free case evaluation. We’ll help you prepare a thorough and timely reconsideration request to give you the best chance at overturning the denial.
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