1. Use the SSA’s Online Services

The fastest and easiest way to track your SSDI appeal is by creating a my Social Security account at ssa.gov. Once logged in, you can:

• View the current status of your appeal
• See the stage your case is in (Reconsideration, Hearing, Appeals Council)
• Check if SSA has requested more information
• Review scheduled hearing dates and times

2. Call the SSA Directly

You can contact the Social Security Administration by phone:

• National Number: 1-800-772-1213
• TTY: 1-800-325-0778
• Local Indiana SSA Office: You can find your nearest office’s number using SSA’s office locator tool.

Be ready with your Social Security number and any appeal confirmation numbers when calling.

3. Visit Your Local SSA Office

If you prefer face-to-face communication, you can visit your nearest SSA office in Indiana. Staff can:

• Confirm your appeal’s status
• Provide timelines and updates
• Help you upload or submit missing documentation

4. Track a Hearing-Level Appeal

If your case is at the hearing stage with the Office of Hearings Operations (OHO), you can:

• Call the assigned hearing office directly for scheduling updates
• Confirm if all your medical records have been received
• Ask if any pre-hearing conferences or paperwork are pending

5. Keep Records of Every Update

Maintain a log of:

• The date and time you checked your case
• Any SSA representative you spoke with
• Instructions or follow-up steps you were given

This helps you avoid miscommunication and ensures nothing falls through the cracks.