Address, phone & hours
Your local SSA service center
As your local Social Security service center, Hylan Blvd manages a diverse portfolio of beneficiaries, with 77% of the population served being age 65 or older. While the majority of the 26,860 total beneficiaries are retirees, the 3,545 SSDI recipients represent a typical disability share for the region. This office is responsible for distributing $560 million in annual benefits to the Staten Island community. Understanding this local mix is the first step in preparing for your own disability claim.
You can visit Hylan Blvd to file an initial SSDI application, drop off required medical documentation, or verify your identity for benefit updates. Please note that this office does not make final disability decisions, as those are handled by the state DDS. Additionally, this location does not conduct hearings, which are managed by a separate Office of Hearings Operations. You should schedule an appointment in advance to ensure a representative is available to assist you.
Who this office serves
Beneficiaries in this service area receive an estimated $46,677k 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 physicians, including their contact information and addresses, along with any recent medical records or test results. Be prepared for a formal interview with a claims representative. Having your medication list and any previous denial letters ready will help the staff process your request more efficiently.
You may experience delays by failing to provide a complete 15-year work history or missing recent medical records from your primary care providers. Forgetting to disclose mental health conditions or secondary physical impairments can also result in an incomplete application. Avoid signing any forms until you have read them thoroughly and understand what you are authorizing. Ensuring all information is accurate at this stage prevents unnecessary back-and-forth with the agency.
Working while you apply? Check how much you can earn on SSDI this year — SSA's earnings limit is the first thing it looks at.
Was your claim denied? Decode the letter — what the sentence means, what to file, and by when.
Should you bring an attorney?
The initial application stage is the foundation of your entire disability claim. Most applicants who file without legal support find themselves navigating a complex appeals process after an initial denial. An attorney can help you organize your medical evidence and ensure your work history is presented correctly to the SSA. A free case review can clarify your options before you head to your appointment.
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 Hylan Blvd. The Hylan Blvd 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 Hylan Blvd for certain services, scheduling an appointment is strongly recommended to ensure a representative is available to assist you. Walk-in wait times can be unpredictable, so calling ahead or using the online portal to book a time is the best way to manage your visit.
Yes, you can start your SSDI application online through the official Social Security website. However, you may still need to visit Hylan Blvd to submit specific original documents or verify your identity in person.
If you miss your scheduled appointment at Hylan Blvd, you should contact the office immediately to reschedule. Missing an appointment can delay your application processing, so it is important to communicate with the staff as soon as possible.
You should bring your government-issued ID, a 15-year work history, a list of all your doctors with their contact information, and any recent medical records. Having these documents ready helps the staff at Hylan Blvd process your claim more effectively.