Address, phone & hours
Your local SSA service center
As your local Social Security service center, MT. Laurel manages a diverse caseload where 81% of beneficiaries are age 65 or older. While this catchment skews retirement-heavy, the office remains a vital point of entry for the 9,885 disabled workers receiving SSDI locally. Every month, this office facilitates the distribution of $185 million in benefits across 30 ZIP codes. Because the office handles a high volume of retirement claims, you should ensure your documentation is specifically tailored to disability criteria.
You can visit MT. Laurel to file initial SSDI applications, drop off medical evidence, verify your identity, or update your direct deposit information. Please note that this office does not make final disability decisions, as those are handled by the state disability determination services. Additionally, if your case proceeds to a hearing, that will take place at a separate office location. While walk-ins are accepted, scheduling an appointment in advance is the most effective way to ensure a representative is available to assist you.
Who this office serves
Beneficiaries in this service area receive an estimated $185,412k in Social Security benefits each month.
Before you visit
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and a detailed 15-year work history to your appointment. You should also provide a comprehensive list of all treating providers with their current addresses, along with your most recent medical records and a current list of medications. If you have received any prior denial notices, include those in your folder as well. Expect your interview with a claims representative to last between 45 and 90 minutes depending on the complexity of your application.
Avoid common delays by ensuring your work history is complete and that you have gathered all recent medical records from your primary care providers. Many people fail to mention mental-health conditions or secondary physical impairments, which can weaken the overall strength of a claim. Never sign forms without reading them thoroughly, as inaccuracies can lead to processing errors. Providing incomplete information often forces the Social Security Administration to request additional documentation, which slows down your case.
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Should you bring an attorney?
Many people mistakenly believe they only need legal help after a denial, but involving an attorney at the initial application stage can significantly improve your chances of success. An attorney can help you organize your medical evidence and ensure your application clearly reflects the severity of your condition. Most people who apply without representation find the process overwhelming and regret not having professional guidance from the start. An attorney can help you navigate these challenges.
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 at one of the regional hearing offices that handles appeals from MT. Laurel. The MT. Laurel field office holds your file at every appeal stage, but the substantive decisions happen further up the chain.
Frequently asked questions
While MT. Laurel accepts walk-ins, scheduling an appointment is highly recommended to reduce your wait time. You can contact this office to confirm availability or to set up a specific time for your visit.
Yes, you can file your initial SSDI application online through the official Social Security website. However, if you prefer to file in person or need to submit physical documentation, you can visit MT. Laurel to complete the process with a representative.
You should bring a valid photo ID, a 15-year work history, a list of all your treating physicians with their contact information, and your most recent medical records. Having these documents ready ensures that your application is as complete as possible when you meet with a representative.
An appointment at MT. Laurel typically lasts between 45 and 90 minutes. The duration depends on the complexity of your claim and the amount of documentation you need to review with the claims representative.