Address, phone & hours
Your local SSA service center
As of December 2024, the L.A. Westwood office supports 3,425 SSDI recipients, who make up 3.9% of the total beneficiary population. The office serves 31 ZIP codes, with ZIP 90066 and ZIP 90034 each accounting for 350 SSDI recipients. While the SSDI share here is lower than the national median of 11%, the office manages a significant monthly payout of $192 million to local residents.
At L.A. Westwood, you can file your initial SSDI application, drop off required medical records, verify your identity, and update your direct deposit information. This office does not make final disability determinations, which are handled by the state, nor does it conduct hearings. While you can walk in, scheduling an appointment in advance is the most efficient way to ensure you are seen by a representative.
Who this office serves
Beneficiaries in this service area receive an estimated $192,404k in Social Security benefits each month.
Before you visit
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and a detailed 15-year work history. You should also provide a comprehensive list of all treating physicians, including their addresses and contact information, along with your most recent medical records and current medication list. If you have received any prior denial notices, bring those as well. A typical appointment lasts between 45 and 90 minutes, during which a claims representative will review your file.
Avoid delays by ensuring your work history is complete and accurate for the past 15 years. Many applicants fail to include recent medical records or forget to mention conditions that contribute to their inability to work. Never sign any Social Security forms without reading them thoroughly to ensure all information is correct. Providing incomplete or inconsistent data can lead to unnecessary processing delays.
Should you bring an attorney?
The initial application stage is a critical time to establish your medical and vocational evidence. Many applicants apply without guidance and only seek help after receiving a denial, which makes the appeals process much more difficult. An attorney can help you understand your options and ensure your application is as strong as possible from the start. A free case review can help you determine if legal representation is right for your situation.
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 at a regional hearing office. SSA assigns that office based on where you live. The hearing offices below are the closest to L.A. Westwood by distance, which is not always the office SSA assigns. The L.A. Westwood field office holds your file at every appeal stage, but the substantive decisions happen further up the chain.
Frequently asked questions
While L.A. Westwood accepts walk-ins, scheduling an appointment is recommended to reduce your wait time. You can contact this office to confirm availability or to set a specific time for your visit.
Yes, you can file your initial SSDI application online through the Social Security website. However, if you prefer to file in person or need to submit physical documentation, you can visit L.A. Westwood for assistance.
If you miss your appointment, contact the office as soon as possible to reschedule. Missing an appointment can delay your application, so it is important to communicate with the staff to keep your claim moving forward.
You should bring a valid photo ID, a 15-year work history, a list of all your doctors with their contact information, and your most recent medical records. Having these documents ready helps the claims representative process your request more efficiently.
