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Social Security field office · code 072

Providence, RI Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Providence is at One Empire Plaza, 6th Floor, Providence, RI 02903. Phone: (877) 402-0808. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Providence hearing office (about 8.6 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

AddressOne Empire Plaza, 6th Floor
Providence, RI 02903
Phone(877) 402-0808
Fax(833) 950-2346
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 code072

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Providence office

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

Hearing officeProvidence, RI(877) 583-4082
Average processing time8.6 mo262 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings57%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 Providence Social Security office?

The Providence, RI Social Security office phone number is (877) 402-0808 and its fax is (833) 950-2346. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Providence 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 Providence?

One Empire Plaza, 6th Floor, Providence, RI 02903.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Providence office?

SSA lists the Providence field office among those served by the Providence Hearing Office (Providence, RI). Its average processing time is about 8.6 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.