Approval rates
The approval rate for Andrew S. Weiss is based on 3,540 decisions made between January 2016 and September 2025. When compared to the 12 judges whose most recent office on record is the Long Island hearing office, Andrew S. Weiss sits within a range of 48% to 83%.
SSA has not published a latest-period approval, fully favorable or denial breakdown for Judge Weiss. 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 Weiss'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 Andrew S. Weiss has shown variation. The rate was 68% in 2016, 69% in 2017, 65% in 2018, 64% in 2019, 67% in 2020, 66% in 2021, 74% in 2022, 71% in 2023, 75% in 2024, and 67% in 2025.
Preparing for an SSDI hearing
The guidance below applies to any SSDI hearing, not specifically to Judge Weiss'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 Long Island hearing office
Andrew S. Weiss's most recent office on record is the Long Island hearing office, with decisions there through September 2025. This office serves the New York region and maintains a bench of 12 judges whose most recent records are associated with this location.
Other judges whose most recent office on record is Long Island
The Social Security Administration assigns cases randomly. There are 12 judges whose most recent office on record is the Long Island hearing office, with approval rates ranging from 48% to 83% on their records since 2016.
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
Andrew S. Weiss has an approval rate of 68% on his record since 2016. This places him within the 48% to 83% range observed among the 12 judges whose most recent office on record is the Long Island hearing office. An attorney can help you prepare for the specific requirements of this bench.
Yes, the approval rate for Andrew S. Weiss has fluctuated over time, ranging from 64% to 75% across the years on record. Understanding these trends is part of how an attorney can help you evaluate your case strategy.
No, you cannot request a specific judge. The Social Security Administration assigns cases randomly to ensure efficiency. Because assignment is random, it is best to focus on building a strong case with your attorney regardless of who is assigned. An attorney can help you prepare for your hearing.
An SSDI hearing is a formal proceeding where a judge reviews your medical records and hears testimony. You may be questioned by the judge or a vocational expert about your ability to perform work. An attorney can help you prepare for these questions and ensure your evidence is presented clearly.
The 68% approval rate for Andrew S. Weiss reflects his past decisions since 2016 and is not a prediction for your specific hearing. Every case is unique, and the quality of your medical evidence remains the most important factor in a favorable outcome. An attorney can help you assess how your evidence aligns with the standards applied in this office.
