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Many Americans are struggling with a disabling condition that can impair their quality of life and their ability to perform work. These individuals may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits through one of the two disability programs, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The application process for these programs are almost identical throughout the country but, some states do have minor differences. This article covers information and resources regarding Social Security Disability in Alabama.
To find your local Social Security field office, Disability Determinations Services office, or an Office of Disability Adjudication and Review in Alabama, click here.
Appeal Hearings in Alabama
Out of all the hearing offices in Alabama, the Mobile hearing office has the highest approval rate. There are 56 Administrative Law Judges who attend hearings throughout the 4 offices in the state. The overall approval rates and waiting times of Alabama's hearing offices closely resemble the national averages.
| Alabama | National | |
| Avg. Hearing Wait Time | 15.1 Months | 14.9 Months |
| Average Processing Time | 480 Days | 461 Days |
| Cases Approved | 45% | 44% |
| Cases Denied | 36% | 38% |
| Cases Dismissed | 18% | 18% |
Alabama State Supplements for SSI
The maximum amount of disability benefits a recipient of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can receive from the Social Security Administration (SSA) is currently $733 per month. However, most states give recipients of SSI an additional benefit known as a state supplemental benefit. These benefits are available to help individuals pay for the additional cost of living in a particular state. The amount of additional benefits one could receive depends on his or her present living arrangement. A non-married recipient living in independent home-life care can receive an additional $56-60 per month while a non-married recipient living in a CP Treatment Center can receive an additional $196 per month.
State Statistics
Every state is different when it comes to population and demographics. Below is information from the Social Security Administration's state annual report of 2013. This information will be updated once the 2014 state annual report is released.
| Resident Population | 3,001,075 |
| Percentage of Population on SSI | 3.7% |
| Percentage of Population on SSDI | 8.5% |
| Average Monthly SSI Payment | $497.86 |
| Average Monthly SSDI Payment | $1,076.78 |
Alabama Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Certain physical and mental disabilities can make it difficult to function and focus, if at all, in a work environment. The Vocational Rehabilitation Services (VR) of Alabama offers assistance to these individuals to help them find and keep employment in the work force. Anyone receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) already qualify for VR services. To find your local Vocational Rehabilitation Services Office, visit our Alabama VR Offices page or contact the administrative office below.
Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services
602 S. Lawrence St.
Montgomery, AL 36104
Phone: 334-293-7500
Toll-free number: 800-441-7607
Fax: 334-293-7383
Social Security Field Offices, DDS & ODAR
The residents of Alabama can receive assistance with Social Security Disability through the 22 Social Security Field Offices, 2 Disability Determination Service offices and 3 Offices of Disability Adjudication and Review.
If you have any questions regarding the Social Security Disability application process or want to know the status of your application, please contact your relevant office below.
Alabama Social Security Field Offices
Albertville Office412 Martling Road |
Alexander City Office63 Aliant Parkway |
Andalusia Office24467 Alabama Hwy 55 |
Anniston Office801 Quintard Ave |
Bessemer Office5475 Academy Way |
Birmingham Office1972 Gadsden Hwy |
Birmingham Office1200 Rev Abraham Woods Jr Blvd |
Cullman Office1908 Commerce Ave Nw |
Decatur Office717 Mcglathery Ln |
Dothan Office1778 Whatley Drive |
Fairhope Office101 Courthouse Drive |
Florence Office203 South Walnut St |
Gadsden Office204 Enterprise Drive |
Huntsville Office4970 Nw Research Drive |
Jackson Office4249 N College Ave |
Jasper Office501 The Mall Way |
Mobile Office550 Government St |
Montgomery Office4344 Carmichael Rd |
Opelika Office1800 Corporate Dr |
Selma Office120 Executive Park Ln |
Talladega Office736 North Street East |
Tuscaloosa Office1118 Greensboro Ave |
Alabama Disability Determination Services
Mobile Office of Disability Determination Services
P.O. Box 2371
Mobile, Alabama 36615
Phone: 251-433-2820
800-292-6743
Birmingham Office of Disability Determination Services
PO Box 830300
Birmingham, AL 35283-030
Phone: 205-989-2100
800-292-8106
Alabama Offices of Disability Adjudication and Review
Birmingham Office of Disability Adjudication and Review
1st Floor
1200 Rev. Abraham Woods, Jr. Boulevard
Birmingham, AL 35285
Telephone: (866) 613-2863
Fax: (205) 801-2983
eFile Fax: (877) 670-6787
Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Servicing the following Social Security Field Offices:
ALABAMA: Albertville, Bessemer, Birmingham (Downtown), Birmingham (East), Gadsden, Jasper, Talladega, Tuscaloosa
Florence Office of Disability Adjudication and Review
Walnut Street Executive Center
204 South Walnut Street, Suite D
Florence, AL 35630
Telephone: (866) 964-9978
Fax: (256) 764-6278
eFile Fax: (877) 871-1886
Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Servicing the following Social Security Field Offices:
ALABAMA: Cullman, Florence, Huntsville
Mobile Office of Disability Adjudication and Review
Suite 200
550 Government Street
Mobile, AL 36602
Telephone: (866) 563-4698
Fax: (251) 441-5993
eFile Fax: (877) 871-2433
Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Servicing the following Social Security Field Offices:
ALABAMA: Andalusia, Dothan, Fairhope, Jackson, Mobile and FLORIDA: Ft. Walton Beach, Pensacola
Montgomery Office of Disability Adjudication and Review
Suite 200
4344 Carmichael Road
Montgomery, AL 36106
Telephone: (866) 931-9032
Fax: (334) 213-3696
eFile Fax: (877) 871-3055
Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Servicing the following Social Security Field Offices: