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Social Security field office · code 542

Wausau, WI Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Wausau is at 352 Grand Ave, Wausau, WI 54403. Phone: (855) 269-9186. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Madison hearing office (about 8.2 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address352 Grand Ave
Wausau, WI 54403
Phone(855) 269-9186
Fax(833) 950-3749
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 code542

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Wausau office

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

Hearing officeMadison, WI(877) 600-2854
Average processing time8.2 mo250 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings69%FY 2026 · national 58%

Before the hearing, the medical decision is made by 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 Wausau Social Security office?

The Wausau, WI Social Security office phone number is (855) 269-9186 and its fax is (833) 950-3749. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Wausau 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 Wausau?

352 Grand Ave, Wausau, WI 54403.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Wausau office?

SSA lists the Wausau field office among those served by the Madison Hearing Office (Madison, WI). Its average processing time is about 8.2 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.