Social Security offices in District of Columbia by city
| City | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1905-B 9th St NE | (866) 737-4470 |
| 1300 D St SW | (866) 708-3255 | |
| 2041 Mlk Jr Ave SE, Suite 130 | (866) 495-0048 |
Hearing offices in District of Columbia
| Office | Address | Avg. wait | Approval rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 3rd Floor, 1227 25th Street N.W., Washington 20037 (866) 414-6259 | 9.0 mo | 63% |
District of Columbia Disability Determination Services
The Disability Determination Division decides the medical part of your claim at the first two levels. Phone: 202-442-8519 (Professional relations / consultative exams). If it denies your claim twice, you move to the hearing offices above.
Judges in District of Columbia
The appeal path in District of Columbia
- Initial claim: decided by Disability Determination Division.
- Reconsideration: request it within 60 days of the denial. How it works.
- Hearing: before an administrative law judge at a District of Columbia hearing office. What to expect.
- Appeals Council and, after that, federal court. Details.
To apply for benefits or replace a card, use one of the field offices listed above.
Frequently asked questions
How many Social Security hearing offices are in District of Columbia?
SSA lists 1 hearing office in District of Columbia: Washington.
What is the disability hearing approval rate in District of Columbia?
Judges at District of Columbia hearing offices approved 64% of the cases they decided in FY 2026, compared with 58% nationally.
How many Social Security offices are in District of Columbia?
SSA lists 3 Social Security field offices in District of Columbia, in 1 city.
Which District of Columbia hearing office is fastest?
In SSA's FY 2026 through July 31, 2026 report, the Washington office had the shortest average processing time in District of Columbia: 274 days (about 9.0 months).
Who decides disability claims in District of Columbia?
The Disability Determination Division (DDS) decides initial claims and reconsiderations; phone 202-442-8519. Hearings are held by SSA judges at the hearing offices listed on this page.