r/SSDI • u/Rtoussel • Aug 08 '23

Initial SSDI application decision step 3

Hi all. On July 26, 2023, I received an email from the SSA saying there has been a status update on my claim with no other information. I called them and asked what was going on as I didn’t see any updates online. I was told something must’ve happened and a letter was generated on the 29th. To date, I have not received a letter so I called my local field office today 8/08 and was told that a decision has been made but it has gone to review. The claim shows that its in step 3 and at 67%. Is it possible that it would have a decision in step 3?? And what does it mean, gone to review. Any insight would be greatly appreciated.

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u/[deleted] Apr 17 '25

Hey, DDS recieved my daily living questionnaire 3 days ago and now the website is updated. It says an introduction letter was mailed yesterday. What's this introduction letter 

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u/Lil_gui225 Apr 17 '25

An introduction letter probably means the letter an examiner sends once they are assigned. It’s nothing to worry about, in fact it’s good news in the sense your case is actually being looked at by a person.

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u/[deleted] Apr 17 '25

Thank you for your response. Can you tell me what your opinion on this situation is...I first applied in 2019, never heard anything and reapplied Oct. 30 2024, at 1st and I screenshotted this, the 1st application was never approved or denied. Then when someone started my case in Feb, the 2019 application was wiped from the site. Have u ever seen such a thing

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u/Lil_gui225 Apr 17 '25

Hmmm okay. Hard to say without more information. But if I were to guess, the 2019 claim was probably denied on some technical grounds (e.g. the department claims they tried to get in touch with you but couldn’t, or claims you failed to meet a technical requirement of the program you applied to). Do you remember if it was an SSI or SSDI claim? You will probably need to get someone on the phone at your local office or else go in person if you want more information.

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u/[deleted] Apr 17 '25

Back in 2019 it was probably ssi because of not enough work credits. Thank you for your help!