Request review of hearing decision
Ask our Appeals Council to review the judge's decision from your hearing if you don't agree with it.
Deadline for the request
Once you get a decision from your hearing, submit a request for a review within 60 days.
Request a review
If our Appeals Council agrees with the judge's decision, they'll deny your request. If they decide to review your case, they'll make a decision or return it to a judge for further review.
Other ways to complete this task
Fax or mail us a request for review of hearing decision
Fill out Request for Review of Hearing Decision/Order (PDF). Then, find the Social Security office closest to your home and fax or mail us the completed form.
For support completing this task
Call us
Call +1 800-772-1213
Tell the representative you want to request a review of the decision made by the judge in your hearing.
Call TTY +1 800-325-0778 if you're deaf or hard of hearing.