SSDI Appeals Eligibility Checker
Answer 4 quick questions to find out whether appealing your SSDI denial may be worth pursuing. Takes about 60 seconds. No signup, no email required.
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1. What type of denial did you receive?
SSA uses different labels at different stages. Pick the closest match.
How we score this quiz
This isn't a definitive answer — it's an evidence-based estimate. The strongest predictor of an SSDI appeal's outcome is medical evidence completeness, not the denial letter or the stage. Most appeals succeed at the ALJ hearing stage (about 45–55% nationwide approval rate) when the claimant submits comprehensive records that document how their condition limits their ability to work.
If your quiz result suggests an appeal is worth pursuing, the next step is to request a free consultation with a disability attorney. Most work on contingency (no upfront fee), and you can find one in your state through our attorney directory.
When an appeal typically makes sense
- Your medical condition genuinely prevents you from performing substantial work (any job, not just your past job)
- You have medical records from consistent treatment over many months
- You missed submitting records with your original application (the most common reason for denial)
- You're still within the 60-day appeal deadline — or you have a documented reason (illness, mental health crisis, bad advice) for missing it
When an appeal may not be the right call
- Your medical evidence is thin and you've already been denied after a hearing
- You've returned to substantial work (more than the SGA limit) since your denial
- You don't have access to medical care for your disabling condition
This quiz is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a licensed disability attorney for advice specific to your case.