What is the SSDI reconsideration process in Rhode Island?
By Hogan Smith
Updated 08/25/2025
If your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) application in Rhode Island has been denied, you are not alone. Many applicants are initially denied, but you still have the right to appeal. The first step in the appeals process is called reconsideration, where a new reviewer will take another look at your case.
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1. Filing for Reconsideration in Rhode Island
After receiving your denial letter, you must request reconsideration within 60 days. During this stage, your case will be reviewed by someone who was not involved in the original decision.
You will need to submit:
- A request for reconsideration form (Form SSA-561)
- Updated medical records that support your disability
- Any new evidence that was not included in your initial application
2. Medical Reconsideration Review
The new reviewer will:
- Examine your complete medical history, including any new treatments or diagnoses
- Review statements from your doctors, therapists, or specialists
- Consider whether your condition prevents you from performing past work or any other work
3. Work and Financial Information
You may also need to update your:
- Work history report to show changes since your initial filing
- Income records if your employment status has changed
- Benefit information (such as workers’ compensation or unemployment)
4. Outcomes of the Reconsideration Process
After reviewing your case, the SSA may:
- Approve your claim, granting SSDI benefits
- Deny your claim again, in which case you can move forward to the next appeal step: a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ)
5. Rhode Island SSDI Reconsideration Timelines
In Rhode Island, reconsideration decisions typically take a few months, depending on the complexity of your case and how quickly new medical evidence is provided.
How Hogan Smith Can Help
The reconsideration process is a critical stage of your appeal, and presenting the strongest case possible can make a major difference. Hogan Smith’s disability attorneys help clients in Rhode Island by:
- Filing reconsideration requests accurately and on time
- Gathering updated medical evidence and professional opinions
- Strengthening your documentation to address reasons for denial
- Communicating directly with the SSA on your behalf
- Preparing your case in the event you need to move on to an ALJ hearing
Contact Hogan Smith Today
Facing a denial can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to go through it alone. At Hogan Smith, our Rhode Island disability attorneys have extensive experience guiding clients through the reconsideration process and beyond.

We will carefully review your case, identify why it was denied, and build a strong appeal strategy tailored to your situation. Don’t risk losing the benefits you deserve. Call Hogan Smith today for a free consultation and let us help you take the next step toward winning your SSDI benefits.
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