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Social Security field office · code 196

Baltimore, MD Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Baltimore is at 5235 King Avenue, Suite 312, Baltimore, MD 21237. Phone: (866) 348-5818. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Baltimore hearing office (about 9.8 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address5235 King Avenue, Suite 312
Baltimore, MD 21237
Phone(866) 348-5818
Fax(833) 461-0032
Monday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday–SundayClosed
SSA office code196

Address, phone and hours from SSA's official field office file. Offices close on federal holidays.

Appealing a disability decision from the Baltimore office

SSA lists the Baltimore field office among the offices served by the Baltimore Hearing Office. That is where an administrative law judge will hear your case if your claim is denied at reconsideration.

Hearing officeBaltimore, MD(866) 613-3960
Average processing time9.8 mo298 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings60%FY 2026 · national 58%

Before the hearing, the medical decision is made by Disability Determination Services. Read how to appeal a denial (60-day deadline) and what happens at the hearing.

What you can do at this office

  • Apply for retirement, disability (SSDI), SSI, survivors and spouse benefits. Social Security card applications too.
  • Replace a Social Security card or update your name.
  • Request a reconsideration or a hearing if your claim was denied (forms).
  • Report changes that affect your benefits and get benefit verification letters.

Many of these services can be done online at ssa.gov or by calling 1-800-772-1213. See how to schedule an appointment.

Frequently asked questions

What is the phone number of the Baltimore Social Security office?

The Baltimore, MD Social Security office phone number is (866) 348-5818 and its fax is (833) 461-0032. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Baltimore Social Security office?

Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, according to SSA. It is closed on weekends and federal holidays.

Where is the Social Security office in Baltimore?

5235 King Avenue, Suite 312, Baltimore, MD 21237.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Baltimore office?

SSA lists the Baltimore field office among those served by the Baltimore Hearing Office (Baltimore, MD). Its average processing time is about 9.8 months.

Do I need an appointment?

SSA says that if you need in-person help, you must make an appointment to visit a local office. Call the office or 1-800-772-1213 (8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time, Monday to Friday). Many services are also available online at ssa.gov.