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Social Security field office · code 289

Lynchburg, VA Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Lynchburg is at 7618 Timberlake Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24502. Phone: (866) 964-6142. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Richmond hearing office (about 8.6 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address7618 Timberlake Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
Phone(866) 964-6142
Fax(833) 950-2284
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 code289

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Lynchburg office

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

Hearing officeRichmond, VA(877) 405-3665
Average processing time8.6 mo262 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings45%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 Lynchburg Social Security office?

The Lynchburg, VA Social Security office phone number is (866) 964-6142 and its fax is (833) 950-2284. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Lynchburg 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 Lynchburg?

7618 Timberlake Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24502.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Lynchburg office?

SSA lists the Lynchburg field office among those served by the Richmond Hearing Office (Richmond, VA). 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.