Address, phone & hours
Your local SSA service center
The Boro Hall office is your local Social Security service center, managing 6,365 SSDI recipients as of December 2024. The impact is localized, with ZIP 11220 alone accounting for 980 of these SSDI recipients. While the SSDI share of 8% is lower than the national median of 11%, the office remains a vital point of contact for the 14 ZIP codes it serves. This location facilitates the distribution of $126 million in monthly benefits to the local community.
You can visit Boro Hall to file initial SSDI applications, drop off medical records, verify your identity, and update your direct deposit information. While you can often walk in for basic services, scheduling an appointment is recommended to reduce wait times. Please note that this office does not decide the outcome of your disability claim, as that responsibility lies with 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 $125,798k in Social Security benefits each month.
Before you visit
To ensure your visit is productive, bring a valid government-issued photo ID and a detailed 15-year work history. You should also provide a list of all treating physicians with their contact information, copies of your most recent medical records, and a list of your current medications. If you have received any prior denial notices, bring those documents as well. A typical intake interview with a claims representative lasts between 45 and 90 minutes.
Avoid common delays by ensuring your 15-year work history is complete and accurate before you arrive. You should also bring recent medical records and disclose all health conditions that impact your ability to work. Never sign any Social Security forms without reading them thoroughly, as errors can lead to significant processing delays. An attorney can help you avoid these pitfalls.
Should you bring an attorney?
The application stage is the foundation of your entire disability claim, and mistakes made now can be difficult to correct later. If you apply without legal guidance, you may find the process overwhelming and face unnecessary denials. A qualified attorney can help you organize your medical evidence and ensure your application is submitted correctly the first time. Contact us for a free case review to understand your options.
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 Boro Hall field office to the hearing office below, per SSA's published service areas. The Boro Hall field office holds your file at every appeal stage, but the substantive decisions happen further up the chain.
Frequently asked questions
While you can walk in for certain services, scheduling an appointment is highly recommended to ensure you are seen promptly. You can contact this office to confirm if your specific needs require an appointment.
Yes, you can file your initial SSDI application online through the official Social Security website. However, you may still need to visit Boro Hall for in-person ID verification or to submit physical medical records that cannot be uploaded digitally.
If you miss your appointment, you should contact the office immediately to reschedule. Missing an appointment can delay your application, so it is important to communicate with a representative as soon as possible.
You should bring a valid photo ID, a 15-year work history, a list of your doctors with their addresses, recent medical records, and a list of your current medications. Having these items ready helps the claims representative process your file more efficiently.
