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SSDI Appeals in Utah

Your guide to filing an SSDI appeal in Utah — ALJ hearing office, wait times, state resources, and step-by-step process.

ALJ Hearing Office
Salt Lake City ODAR
Average Wait Time
13–17 months
State SSI Supplement
Utah provides a small state supplement to SSI recipients.
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Disability in Utah

Approximately 10% of Utah adults receive disability benefits — below the national average.

Utah has below-average disability rates with a relatively young and employed population. The Salt Lake City ODAR handles hearings for the state.

Filing in Utah

  1. Apply online at ssa.gov.
  2. Initial decision: Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities processes initial applications.
  3. Reconsideration: File within 60 days of denial.
  4. ALJ Hearing: Salt Lake City ODAR. Average wait: 13–17 months.
  5. Appeals Council and Federal Court (U.S. District Court for the District of Utah) if needed.

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