Those who live in Washington can apply for disability benefits. If you are unable to work for at least 12 months due to a disabling condition, you can apply for Social Security disability benefits in Washington.
The state of Washington is serviced by numerous Social Security field offices, 1 Disability Determination Services Office and 2 Offices of Disability Adjudication and Review. Any of these offices may be contacted with questions regarding your Social Security disability claim.
How To Apply For Disability In Washington State
To apply for disability benefits in Washington State, you can visit ssa.gov to apply in person, call 1-800-772-1213 to apply over the phone, or visit a Washington SSA field office. When applying for disability in Washington state, you will need to a make sure you have the proper paperwork. You'll need evidence of you condition, past work experience, proof of citizenship, etc.
Washington Social Security Field Offices
| 636 120th Ave NE Suite 100 Bellevue, WA 98005 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 | 710 Alabama St Bellingham, WA 98225 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 | 151 SW 156th Street Burien, WA 98166 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 |
| 1821 Cooks Hill Road Suite 100 Centralia, WA 98531 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 | 3809 Broadway Everett, WA 98201 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 | 820 Simpson Ave Hoquiam, WA 98550 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 |
| 8131 W Klamath Ct Suite A Kennewick, WA 99336 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 | Suite 401 321 Ramsay Way Kent, WA 98032 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 | Suite 150 840 Ocean Beach Hwy Longview, WA 98632 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 |
| 18905 33rd Ave W Suite 207 Lynnwood, WA 98036 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 | 710 E College Way Suite A Mount Vernon, WA 98273 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 | 402 Yauger Way SW Olympia, WA 98502 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 |
| 138 W First Street Room 113 Federal Bldg Port Angeles, WA 98362 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 | 811 South Hill Park Drive Suite A Puyallup, WA 98373 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 | 915 2nd Ave. #901 Seattle, WA 98174 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 |
| 13510 Aurora Ave N Suite B Seattle, WA 98133 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 | 9594 Mickelberry Rd NW Silverdale, WA 98383 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 | 714 N Iron Bridge Way Suite 100 Spokane, WA 99202 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 |
| 2608 S 47th Street Suite A Tacoma, WA 98409 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 | 805 Broadway Street Suite 500 Vancouver, WA 98660 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 | 880 NE Rose St College Place, WA 99324 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 |
| 301 Yakima Street Suite 212 Wenatchee, WA 98801 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 | 801 Fruitvale Blvd Yakima, WA 98902 Phone: 1-800-772-1213 |
Office of Disability Determination Services
At the Disability Determination Services offices decisions are made on the disability benefits claims based on:
- Medical Records
- Medical and Psychological Evidence
- Continuing Disability review
- The applicant’s own Statement
Washington Office of Disability Determination Services
Division of Disability Determination Services
P.O. Box 9303-MS-45550
Olympia, Washington 98507-9303
Telephone: 360-664-7500
Fax: 800-562-6074
Offices of Disability Adjudication and Review
The Offices of Disability Adjudication and Review are responsible for setting and conducting hearings and for releasing decisions of the Social Security Administration (SSA) regarding the appeals and the granting of benefits to individuals.
Washington Offices of Disability Adjudication and Review
SSA, Office of Disability Adjudication and Review
Blanchard Plaza, Suite 500
2201 Sixth Avenue
Seattle, Washington 98121-2312
Telephone: (206) 615-3700
Fax: (206) 615-3731
Services the following Social Security Field Offices:
WASHINGTON:
Aberdeen, Bellevue, Bellingham, Bremerton, Everett, Lynnwood, Mt. Vernon, Port Angeles, Renton, Seattle-Downtown, Seattle-North, Seattle-South, Seattle-West.
SSA, Office of Disability Adjudication and Review
714 N Iron Bridge Way, Ste 200
Spokane, Washington 99202-4929
Telephone: (509) 353-2982
Fax: (509) 353-2986
Services the following Social Security Field Offices:
IDAHO:
Coeur d'Alene, Lewiston
WASHINGTON:
Kennewick, Pullman, Spokane, Walla Walla, Wenatchee, Yakima
Washington State Social Security Disability Benefits
Because Social Security Disability benefits are federal benefits, those in Washington state can apply for Social Security disability.
If you apply for disability in Washington, your claim will be reviewed by the Disability Determination Services (DDS) located in Washington state. Their office information can be found above.
Disability claims that are denied in the state of Washington can file an appeal. You can file a "Request for Reconsideration" to appeal your denial. You must submit the request within 60 days of receiving your denial.
In Washington, if you Request for Reconsideration is denied, you can then file an appeal again. You will then need to visit an SSA hearing office in Washington.
Get Help Applying For Disability Benefits in Washington
If you are applying for Social Security disability in Washington, you may want to speak with a lawyer. With help from a disability attorney who takes cases in Washington, you may increase the chances of getting your claim or appeal approved. An attorney can help you gather medical evidence or represent you in the appeals process.
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