How to appeal a disability rejection in Wyoming?
By Hogan Smith
Updated 07/01/2025
If your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) application was denied in Wyoming, don’t lose hope. Many applicants win benefits during the appeals process. Here is a clear, step-by-step guide to appeal a disability rejection in Wyoming.
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Step 1: Review Your Denial Notice
Your denial letter will include:
- Reasons for denial – medical, technical, or incomplete evidence
- Instructions and deadlines for filing an appeal
Read it carefully so you can address the issues effectively in your appeal.
Step 2: Request Reconsideration
The first appeal step is Reconsideration.
- Deadline: File within 60 days of receiving your denial notice
- What happens: A different SSA examiner reviews your case and any new medical evidence you submit
- Processing time: Usually 2 to 4 months
To strengthen your reconsideration:
- Submit updated doctor statements, treatment notes, diagnostic tests, or specialist reports
- Clarify how your condition limits daily activities and work
Step 3: Request a Hearing Before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ)
If reconsideration is denied, the next step is requesting a hearing before an ALJ.
- Deadline: File within 60 days of your reconsideration denial
- Wait time: Hearings are typically scheduled 9 to 14 months out, depending on SSA’s Wyoming backlog
- At the hearing:
- You will testify about your condition, symptoms, and limitations
- Medical and vocational experts may testify about your ability to work
- Decision timeframe: ALJs generally issue decisions 2 to 3 months after your hearing
This stage offers the best chance of approval when your case is thoroughly prepared.
Step 4: Appeals Council Review
If the ALJ denies your claim:
- You can request a review by the Appeals Council
- Processing time: Typically 6 months or longer
- The Council can uphold the ALJ’s decision, reverse it, or send it back for another hearing
Step 5: Federal Court Review
If the Appeals Council denies your request:
- You can file a lawsuit in federal district court within 60 days
- A federal judge will review your case for legal errors made by SSA in deciding your claim
Legal representation is essential at this stage.
Tips for a Successful Appeal
- File each appeal on time to keep your case active
- Submit new medical evidence addressing the reasons for denial
- Attend all hearings prepared to discuss your condition clearly
- Stay organized with copies of all SSA correspondence and appeal documents
- Consider professional representation to strengthen your case
How Hogan Smith Can Help You
Appealing a disability denial in Wyoming can be stressful and complex. Hogan Smith can:
- Review your denial letter to identify claim weaknesses
- Gather and organize additional medical evidence to support your appeal
- File appeals accurately and within deadlines
- Prepare you for your ALJ hearing and represent you during proceedings
- Continue fighting for your benefits through Appeals Council and federal court if needed
Contact Hogan Smith Today
If your disability application has been denied in Wyoming, don’t navigate the appeals process alone. Contact Hogan Smith for a free consultation today. We’ll review your case, build a strong appeal strategy, and fight to secure the benefits you deserve.
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