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SSDI Appeals in Vermont

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

ALJ Hearing Office
Burlington ODAR
Average Wait Time
13–17 months
State SSI Supplement
Vermont provides a state supplement to SSI recipients.
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Disability in Vermont

Approximately 14% of Vermont adults receive disability benefits.

Vermont has above-average disability rates relative to its small population. The Burlington ODAR handles hearings for the state and Vermont provides meaningful SSI supplements.

Filing in Vermont

  1. Apply online at ssa.gov.
  2. Initial decision: Vermont DAIL Disability Determination Services processes initial applications.
  3. Reconsideration: File within 60 days of denial.
  4. ALJ Hearing: Burlington ODAR. Average wait: 13–17 months.
  5. Appeals Council and Federal Court (U.S. District Court for the District of Vermont) if needed.

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