Approval rates
The approval rate for Deirdre O. Dexter reflects a history of decisions made since 2016. When compared to the broader bench at the Tulsa OHO, where approval rates for the 15 judges range from 37% to 81% on their since-2016 records, Deirdre O. Dexter's performance provides a point of reference. These figures are derived from 3,953 total decisions. Aggregate rates describe past decisions, not predictions for your individual hearing.
SSA has not published a latest-period approval, fully favorable or denial breakdown for Judge Dexter. 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 Dexter'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 January 2016, the approval rate for Deirdre O. Dexter has shown an upward trend. Starting at 55% in 2016, the annual approval rate reached 74% in 2025. This pattern is based on 3,953 decisions on record, suggesting that the approach to evidence and case evaluation has evolved over the last decade.
Preparing for an SSDI hearing
The guidance below applies to any SSDI hearing, not specifically to Judge Dexter'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 Tulsa OHO hearing office
Deirdre O. Dexter's most recent office on record is the Tulsa OHO, which serves claimants across Oklahoma. This office is part of a regional network that handles a high volume of disability claims, with 15 judges whose most recent office on record is this location. You can expect a formal hearing process where evidence quality is the primary factor in your outcome.
Other judges whose most recent office on record is Tulsa OHO
The Social Security Administration uses a workload-balancing algorithm to assign cases, meaning the judge you are assigned is essentially random. There are 15 judges whose most recent office on record is the Tulsa OHO. Approval rates among this bench vary significantly, ranging from 37% to 81% on their since-2016 records. For preparation purposes, the guidance is the same regardless of which judge you are assigned.
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
Deirdre O. Dexter has an approval rate of 65% on record since 2016. This sits within the range of 37% to 81% seen among the 15 judges whose most recent office on record is the Tulsa OHO. An attorney can help you prepare for the specific expectations of this hearing office.
Yes, the approval rate for Deirdre O. Dexter has trended upward over time. While the rate was 55% in 2016, it reached 74% in 2025 based on 289 decisions that year. A qualified attorney can help you understand how these trends might relate to the evidence in your case.
No, you cannot request a specific judge. The Social Security Administration uses an automated workload-balancing algorithm to assign cases to judges at the Tulsa OHO. Because assignment is random, it is important to be prepared for any judge by working with an experienced attorney.
An SSDI hearing is a formal proceeding where a judge reviews your medical evidence and testimony. You will likely be asked about your work history and how your impairments limit your daily activities. Having an attorney can help you organize your medical records and prepare your testimony for the hearing.
The 65% approval rate for Deirdre O. Dexter reflects past decisions and is not a prediction for your specific hearing. Every case is unique, and the quality of your medical evidence is the most important factor in the outcome. An attorney can help you evaluate your case strengths and prepare for your hearing.
