Address, phone & hours
Your local SSA service center
As of December 2024, the Hollywood office supports 2,615 disabled-worker beneficiaries. The 90046 ZIP code alone accounts for 450 of these SSDI recipients. While the SSDI share of 6.6% is lower than the national median of 11.3%, the office manages a substantial $74 million in monthly benefits for your community. This office serves as your primary point of contact for managing your federal disability status.
You can visit the Hollywood office to file initial SSDI applications, drop off medical evidence, verify your identity, and update your direct deposit information. While you may walk in for some services, scheduling an appointment is recommended to reduce your wait time. Please note that this office does not make final disability determinations; those decisions are handled by the state DDS. Additionally, any necessary hearings for your claim will be conducted at a separate office location.
Who this office serves
Beneficiaries in this service area receive an estimated $74,010k in Social Security benefits each month.
Before you visit
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and a detailed 15-year work history to your appointment. You should also provide a comprehensive list of all your treating physicians, including their contact information and addresses. Bring copies of your most recent medical records, a list of your current medications, and any prior denial letters if you are reapplying. Expect your appointment to last between 45 and 90 minutes as a claims representative reviews your file.
Avoid common delays by ensuring your 15-year work history is accurate and complete. Many applicants fail to include recent medical records or forget to mention conditions that impact your ability to work. Never sign forms without reading them thoroughly, as errors can lead to processing delays. An attorney can help you identify these gaps before you submit your application.
Should you bring an attorney?
The application stage is the foundation of your entire disability claim. Many applicants who file without legal guidance face avoidable denials due to incomplete evidence or procedural errors. A qualified attorney can help you build a robust case record from your very first appointment. Consider a free case review to understand how to strengthen your application before you visit the office.
Approval rates change with a lawyer
Source: U.S. Government Accountability Office, GAO-18-37. The 3× gap is a population-wide average across all judges; individual outcomes vary.
If your SSDI claim moves to a hearing
About two-thirds of initial SSDI applications nationwide are denied. If yours is, your case moves to a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge. SSA routes appeals from the Hollywood field office to the hearing office below, per SSA's published service areas. The Hollywood field office holds your file at every appeal stage, but the substantive decisions happen further up the chain.
Frequently asked questions
While the Hollywood office accepts walk-ins for certain services, scheduling an appointment is highly recommended to ensure you are seen efficiently. You can contact this office to confirm if your specific needs require a scheduled time.
Yes, you can start your SSDI application online through the official Social Security website. However, you may still need to visit the Hollywood office for identity verification or to submit specific physical documents.
You should bring your government-issued ID, a 15-year work history, a list of all your treating doctors, and your most recent medical records. Having this documentation ready helps the claims representative process your file more effectively.
An appointment at the Hollywood office typically lasts between 45 and 90 minutes. This time allows a representative to review your application and ensure all required information is captured correctly.
