Approval rates
The approval rate for Barry Robinson is based on 587 lifetime decisions recorded between 2016 and 2019. Within the NHC Albuquerque office, lifetime approval rates among the 8 judges on record range from 31% to 60%. Comparing these figures helps you understand the local landscape of disability hearings. Aggregate rates describe past decisions, not predictions for individual hearings.
SSA has not published a latest-period approval, fully favorable or denial breakdown for Judge Robinson. The most recent period with decisions on record is September 27, 2019. Those rows are left out rather than estimated.
Approval rate over time
Year-over-year approval rate across Judge Robinson'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
Barry Robinson's approval rate has remained relatively steady throughout his recorded tenure. After an approval rate of 36% in 2016, the data shows 43% in 2017, 38% in 2018, and 36% in 2019. This stability suggests a consistent approach to case evaluation. The data reflects a steady pattern, which is a common trend for judges with a significant volume of decisions.
Preparing for an SSDI hearing
The guidance below applies to any SSDI hearing, not specifically to Judge Robinson'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 NHC Albuquerque hearing office
The NHC Albuquerque hearing office serves you throughout New Mexico and the surrounding region. This office maintains a bench of 8 judges on record who oversee a high volume of disability hearings. You can expect a formal process where medical documentation is the primary factor in the judge's decision. You can see the NHC Albuquerque hearing office page for the full ALJ roster.
Other judges at this hearing office
The Social Security Administration assigns cases using a workload-balancing algorithm, meaning the judge you are assigned is essentially random. There are 8 judges on record at this office since 2016, with 2 judges currently reported in the latest SSA data. Approval rates across this bench vary significantly, ranging from 31% to 60%. You can find more information on the NHC Albuquerque hearing office page.
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
Barry Robinson's lifetime approval rate of 37% sits within the broader office range of 31% to 60%. Because every case is unique, an attorney can help you understand how to tailor your evidence to your specific judge.
The approval rate for Barry Robinson has remained steady throughout his recorded period from 2016 to 2019. While yearly fluctuations occur, the overall pattern shows a consistent approach to case adjudication.
No, you cannot choose your judge. The Social Security Administration uses a random, workload-based algorithm to assign cases to ensure efficiency. An attorney can help you prepare for the hearing regardless of which judge is assigned to your case.
A judge's approval rate is a historical statistic, not a guarantee of your outcome. Your success depends on the strength of your medical evidence and your testimony. An attorney can help you prepare for this judge's specific bench to ensure your case is presented effectively.