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Social Security field office · code D61

Merrillville, IN Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Merrillville is at 1438 E 85th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410. Phone: (877) 692-3142. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Valparaiso hearing office (about 8.1 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address1438 E 85th Ave
Merrillville, IN 46410
Phone(877) 692-3142
Fax(833) 580-0171
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 codeD61

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Merrillville office

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

Hearing officeValparaiso, IN(866) 873-1269
Average processing time8.1 mo245 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings56%FY 2026 · national 58%

Before the hearing, the medical decision is made by Indiana Disability Determination Bureau. 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 Merrillville Social Security office?

The Merrillville, IN Social Security office phone number is (877) 692-3142 and its fax is (833) 580-0171. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Merrillville 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 Merrillville?

1438 E 85th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Merrillville office?

SSA lists the Merrillville field office among those served by the Valparaiso Hearing Office (Valparaiso, IN). Its average processing time is about 8.1 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.