Address, phone & hours
Your local SSA service center
As your local Social Security service center, the Hudson office manages a significant volume of benefits, with $54 million paid out monthly to residents in the region. While the office serves a broad base of 28,880 beneficiaries, the catchment area skews heavily toward retirement, with 81% of recipients aged 65 or older. This means the 3,285 disabled-worker beneficiaries represent a smaller, specialized portion of the total caseload compared to the 22,145 retirees served.
At the Hudson office, you can file initial SSDI applications, drop off essential medical records, verify your identity, and update your direct deposit information. Please note that this office does not make final disability determinations, as those decisions are handled by the state Disability Determination Services. Additionally, any necessary hearings are conducted at a separate Office of Hearings Operations location, not at this facility.
Who this office serves
Beneficiaries in this service area receive an estimated $53,515k in Social Security benefits each month.
Before you visit
Arrive prepared with a valid government-issued ID and a comprehensive work history. Bring a complete list of your treating physicians with their contact information, recent medical records, and a current list of all medications you are taking. If you have received any prior denial notices, include those in your folder.
Avoid common pitfalls such as submitting an incomplete work history or failing to provide the most recent medical records from your specialists. Many applicants overlook the importance of documenting mental-health conditions alongside physical impairments, which can lead to an incomplete picture of your disability. Never sign any forms without reading them thoroughly, as inaccuracies can cause significant delays in your application process.
Working while you apply? Check how much you can earn on SSDI this year — SSA's earnings limit is the first thing it looks at.
Was your claim denied? Decode the letter — what the sentence means, what to file, and by when.
Should you bring an attorney?
The application stage is the foundation of your entire claim, and the evidence you provide now will define your record if an appeal becomes necessary. Most people who apply without professional guidance face higher rates of initial denial. An attorney can help you understand your options and ensure your application is as strong as possible from day one.
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 one of the regional hearing offices that handles appeals from Hudson. The Hudson field office holds your file at every appeal stage, but the substantive decisions happen further up the chain.
Frequently asked questions
While you can visit the Hudson office, scheduling an appointment is highly recommended to ensure a representative is available to assist you. Contact this office using the phone button below to confirm their current walk-in policy and availability.
Yes, you can start your application online through the official Social Security website. However, visiting the Hudson office is often necessary for in-person ID verification or to submit specific physical documents required for your case.
Missing an appointment at the Hudson office can cause unnecessary delays in your application timeline. If you cannot make your scheduled time, contact this office using the phone button below as soon as possible to reschedule.
You should bring your government-issued ID, a work history, a list of all your doctors with their addresses, and your recent medical records. Having these items organized before you arrive at the Hudson office helps the staff process your request more efficiently.
An appointment at the Hudson office typically lasts between 45 and 90 minutes. This time is used to verify your information and ensure all necessary documentation for your SSDI application is in order.