Request for Review of Hearing Decision/Order

Claimants have a statutory right under the Act and current regulations to request review of an ALJ’s hearing decision or dismissal of a hearing request on Title II and Title XVI claims. Claimants may request Appeals Council review by filing a written request using Form HA-520, or the Internet version of Form HA-520, the i520. SSA uses the information to establish the claimant filed the request for review within the prescribed time, and to ensure the claimant completed the requisite steps permitting the Appeals Council review. The Appeals Council uses the information to: (1) Document the claimant’s reason(s) for disagreeing with the ALJ’s decision or dismissal; (2) determine whether the claimant has additional evidence to submit; and (3) determine whether the claimant has a representative or wants to appoint one. The respondents are claimants requesting review of an ALJ’s decision or dismissal of hearing. We are making non-substantive changes to update the mailing address for the HA-520, and to incorporate inclusive language consistent with executive orders on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The latest form for Request for Review of Hearing Decision/Order expires 2026-08-31 and can be found here.

Request for Review of Hearing Decision/Order - Paper Version

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