Approval rates
The approval rates for Gordan Momcilovic are based on 3,913 lifetime decisions. When comparing his latest-period approval rate of 17% against the San Antonio office average of 52%, it is clear that individual judge patterns vary significantly. The office-wide lifetime approval range spans from 18% to 70%, highlighting the importance of understanding your specific judge's history. Aggregate rates describe past decisions, not predictions for individual hearings.
Office- and national-level breakdowns of fully favorable vs denial rates aren't currently published by SSA in the per-office disposition data. The judge's own breakdown is the detail we have today.
Approval rate over time
Year-over-year approval rate across Judge Momcilovic'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 2016, Gordan Momcilovic has maintained a consistent decision pattern across his 3,913 lifetime decisions. The yearly trend shows fluctuations, with approval rates moving from 34% in 2016 to 17% in 2026. This latest-period rate of 17% is 35 points lower than the office-wide latest-period average of 52%. These trends reflect the ongoing evolution of case outcomes, and the latest period continues to show a distinct pattern compared to the broader office bench.
Preparing for an SSDI hearing
The guidance below applies to any SSDI hearing, not specifically to Judge Momcilovic'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 San Antonio hearing office
The San Antonio hearing office serves a significant population in Texas and is part of a busy regional network. With 23 judges on record, the office maintains an office-wide latest-period approval rate of 52%. You should be prepared for a thorough review of your medical evidence and vocational history. You can see the San Antonio Hearing Office page for the full ALJ roster.
Other judges at this hearing office
The Social Security Administration uses a workload-balancing algorithm to assign cases, meaning your assignment to Gordan Momcilovic is essentially random. There are 23 judges on record at this office since 2016, 17 of whom reported in the latest period. With an office-wide lifetime approval-rate range of 18% to 70%, the judge you draw can have a meaningful impact on your case. 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
Gordan Momcilovic has a lifetime approval rate of 20%, which sits within the broader office-wide lifetime range of 18% to 70%. While his latest-period rate is 17%, the office average for the same period is 52%. An attorney can help you understand how to present your evidence effectively regardless of these statistical differences.
Yes, Gordan Momcilovic's approval rate has shifted since 2016, starting at 34% and reaching 17% in the most recent 2026 reporting period. These shifts are common and can be influenced by changes in case mix or evidence requirements. If you are concerned about your hearing, an attorney can help you prepare a strong case.
No, you cannot request a specific judge. The Social Security Administration uses an automated, random workload-balancing algorithm to assign cases to judges like Gordan Momcilovic. Since you cannot choose your judge, focusing on the quality of your medical evidence is the best way to prepare.
An SSDI hearing is a formal but non-adversarial proceeding where a judge like Gordan Momcilovic 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 these questions and ensure your case is presented clearly.
A judge's approval rate is a reflection of past decisions and is not a prediction of how Gordan Momcilovic will rule on your specific claim. Your outcome depends primarily on the strength of your medical evidence and how well you meet the SSA's disability criteria. An attorney can help you evaluate your case and identify any gaps in your documentation.