Approval rates
The approval rate for Kellie Campbell reflects a significant volume of cases, providing a stable look at her decision-making history. When comparing this to the broader Columbia MO bench, which features a lifetime approval range of 40% to 66%, her record sits at the higher end of the spectrum. These figures are based on 969 lifetime decisions on record since 2022.
SSA has not published a latest-period approval, fully favorable or denial breakdown for Judge Campbell. The most recent period with decisions on record is September 26, 2025. Those rows are left out rather than estimated.
Approval rate over time
Year-over-year approval rate across Judge Campbell's docket. Annual rates fluctuate with the mix of cases SSA assigns; the longer-run pattern is more informative than any single year.
Decision pattern
Since 2022, the approval rate for Kellie Campbell has shown a steady pattern. After an initial approval rate of 70% in 2023, the data shows a consistent 64% approval rate through 2024 and 2025. With 969 lifetime decisions on record, her approach has remained stable over the observed period. This consistency suggests that she maintains a predictable standard for evaluating evidence and your disability claim.
Preparing for an SSDI hearing
The guidance below applies to any SSDI hearing, not specifically to Judge Campbell's bench. Judge-specific preparation guidance requires a corpus of public Appeals Council decisions involving each judge, which we haven't built yet.
- Bring a clean treating-physician record. Longitudinal primary-care or specialist notes spanning the disability period, with consistent symptom documentation, are typically the strongest evidence at hearing. A single month's records usually aren't enough.
- Don't rely on consultative exams alone. If your medical evidence is built primarily around a one-time CE finding, expect detailed questioning. Supplement with treating-source statements where possible.
- Prepare for daily-activity questions. Have honest, specific answers about a typical day. Answers that conflict with the medical record (in either direction) tend to hurt credibility.
- Expect transferable-skills probing. A vocational expert will usually testify about jobs available to someone with your limitations. Your representative should be prepared to cross-examine.
About the Columbia MO hearing office
The Columbia MO hearing office serves you throughout the region, maintaining a bench of 5 judges on record. The office operates with a latest-period approval rate of 60%, reflecting the local environment for disability hearings. You can expect a standard administrative process focused on medical evidence and vocational testimony. See the Columbia MO Hearing Office page for the full ALJ roster.
Other judges at this hearing office
The SSA assigns cases through a workload-balancing algorithm, meaning your assignment to Kellie Campbell is essentially random. There are 5 judges on record at this office since 2016, 2 of whom are reported in the latest SSA period. Approval rates across this bench vary, with lifetime records ranging from 40% to 66%.
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.
Frequently asked questions
Kellie Campbell has a lifetime approval rate of 66% across 969 decisions. This places her at the higher end of the 40% to 66% range seen among the 5 judges on record at the Columbia MO office. An attorney can help you understand how to present your medical evidence to meet the specific standards of this bench.
The approval rate for Kellie Campbell has remained steady, moving from 70% in 2023 to 64% in both 2024 and 2025. This consistency across 969 lifetime decisions suggests a stable approach to case evaluation. If you are concerned about how these trends affect your claim, an attorney can help you prepare a robust case file.
No, you cannot request a specific judge. The SSA uses a workload-balancing algorithm to assign cases, making the process random. Regardless of your assignment, an attorney can help you prepare for the specific requirements of an SSDI hearing.
An SSDI hearing is a non-adversarial proceeding where the judge reviews your medical records and hears testimony. You may be questioned about your work history and physical or mental limitations. An attorney can help you prepare for this questioning to ensure your testimony accurately reflects your disability.
A judge's approval rate is a reflection of past decisions and not a prediction of your specific outcome. While Kellie Campbell has a 66% lifetime approval rate, your success depends primarily on the quality and completeness of your medical evidence. An attorney can help you gather the necessary documentation to strengthen your case.