Address, phone & hours
Your local SSA service center
As of December 2024, 4,190 individuals in the Framingham catchment area receive SSDI benefits. The ZIP code 01752 alone accounts for 810 of these recipients. While this office serves a total of 50,480 beneficiaries, the SSDI share of 8% is lower than the national median of 11%. This office manages $110 million in monthly benefits for the community, providing essential support across 19 ZIP codes.
You can visit the Framingham office to file initial SSDI applications, drop off medical records, verify your identity, and set up direct deposit. While you can walk in for some services, scheduling an appointment is recommended to ensure a representative is available to assist you. Please note that this office does not make final disability decisions, which are handled by the state DDS. Additionally, any necessary hearings are conducted by a separate office.
Who this office serves
Beneficiaries in this service area receive an estimated $109,603k in Social Security benefits each month.
Before you visit
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and a complete 15-year work history to your appointment. You should also provide a comprehensive list of all treating providers with their full addresses, recent medical records, and a current list of all medications. If you have received any prior denial notices, bring those documents as well. Appointments typically last between 45 and 90 minutes, so plan your schedule accordingly.
Avoid submitting an incomplete work history, as this often leads to unnecessary processing delays. Failing to provide recent medical records or omitting conditions can also weaken your application. Never sign forms without reading them thoroughly, as accuracy is essential for your claim. An attorney can help you avoid these common pitfalls during the initial filing stage.
Should you bring an attorney?
The application stage is the foundation of your entire disability claim. Evidence gathered now will define the record if your case requires an appeal later. Most people who apply without legal guidance face significant hurdles if they are initially denied. An attorney can help you understand your options and ensure your application is as strong as possible from day one.
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.
If your SSDI claim moves to a hearing
About two-thirds of initial SSDI applications nationwide are denied. If yours is, your case moves to a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge. SSA routes appeals from the Framingham field office to the hearing office below, per SSA's published service areas. The Framingham field office holds your file at every appeal stage, but the substantive decisions happen further up the chain.
Frequently asked questions
While you can visit the Framingham office for certain services, scheduling an appointment is strongly recommended to ensure you receive timely assistance. You can contact this office to confirm if your specific needs require a scheduled time.
Yes, you can file your initial SSDI application online through the official Social Security website. However, visiting the Framingham office is often necessary for identity verification or submitting physical medical documentation.
You should bring a government-issued photo ID, a 15-year work history, a list of all your doctors with their contact information, and your most recent medical records. Having these items organized before your visit to Framingham helps the claims representative process your file more efficiently.
You are not required to have a lawyer, but having one can be highly beneficial when preparing your initial application. An attorney can help ensure your medical evidence is complete and properly presented, which may improve your chances of a successful outcome.
