Social Security offices in Wisconsin by city
Hearing offices in Wisconsin
| Office | Address | Avg. wait | Approval rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison | 3rd Floor, 2501 W. Beltline Highway, Madison 53713 (877) 600-2854 | 8.2 mo | 69% |
| Milwaukee | Room 300W, 310 West Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee 53203 (866) 495-0039 | 8.6 mo | 51% |
Wisconsin Disability Determination Services
The Disability Determination Bureau decides the medical part of your claim at the first two levels. Phone: 608-266-1565 (Professional relations / consultative exams). If it denies your claim twice, you move to the hearing offices above.
Judges in Wisconsin
The appeal path in Wisconsin
- Initial claim: decided by Disability Determination Bureau.
- Reconsideration: request it within 60 days of the denial. How it works.
- Hearing: before an administrative law judge at a Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
SSA lists 2 hearing offices in Wisconsin: Madison, Milwaukee.
What is the disability hearing approval rate in Wisconsin?
Judges at Wisconsin hearing offices approved 55% of the cases they decided in FY 2026, compared with 58% nationally.
How many Social Security offices are in Wisconsin?
SSA lists 26 Social Security field offices in Wisconsin, in 24 cities.
Which Wisconsin hearing office is fastest?
In SSA's FY 2026 through July 31, 2026 report, the Madison office had the shortest average processing time in Wisconsin: 250 days (about 8.2 months).
Who decides disability claims in Wisconsin?
The Disability Determination Bureau (DDS) decides initial claims and reconsiderations; phone 608-266-1565. Hearings are held by SSA judges at the hearing offices listed on this page.