What is a Disability Redetermination?

A disability redetermination is a review conducted by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to evaluate:

• Whether your disabling condition still meets SSA’s standards.
• Whether you still meet the non-medical criteria (for Supplemental Security Income or SSI).

Types of Disability Redetermination in New York

Medical Continuing Disability Review (CDR)

This review focuses on your medical condition to see if it still prevents you from working. The SSA will:

• Examine current medical records.
• Evaluate if there has been medical improvement.
• Determine your ability to perform Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA).

SSI Redetermination (Non-Medical Review)

This process focuses on income, resources, and living situation, ensuring that SSI recipients still meet financial eligibility requirements.

How Often Does the SSA Conduct Redetermination Reviews?

• Medical Improvement Expected (MIE): Reviewed every 6-18 months.
• Medical Improvement Possible (MIP): Reviewed about every 3 years.
• Medical Improvement Not Expected (MINE): Reviewed every 5-7 years.

In New York, reviews might occur sooner if the SSA receives information suggesting a change in your disability or financial circumstances.

Steps in the Disability Redetermination Process in New York

Step 1: Notification

• You will receive a notice by mail informing you that your case is up for redetermination.
  

Step 2: Complete Required Forms

Depending on your case, you might be asked to complete:

• SSA-455 Disability Update Report (short form).
• SSA-454 Continuing Disability Review Report (long form).

Step 3: Submit Updated Information
Provide:

• Current medical treatment records.
• Details of any work activity or income changes.
• Any changes in living situation (for SSI).

Step 4: SSA Decision

The SSA will review your submission and decide to either:

• Continue your benefits.
• Cease your benefits, giving you the right to appeal.

What if Your Benefits Are Stopped?

If the SSA determines you no longer meet the criteria:

• You will receive a written notice of cessation.
• You have 60 days to appeal the decision.
• You may request that your benefits continue during the appeal if you act within 10 days of the notice.