What Is Form SSA-827?
Form SSA-827 is the authorization to disclose information to the Social Security Administration (SSA), used when the SSA needs to establish your eligibility for certain disability benefits. With this document, the SSA is authorized to collect personal details from hospitals, clinics, mental health professionals, rehabilitation centers, schools, and other institutions.
Who Should Use Form SSA-827?
If you’re applying for Social Security disability benefits, you should use Form SSA-827 to allow the SSA to collect the required information and decide on their case. If you are incapable of signing the form by yourself, your parents, guardians, or representatives can do it for you.
When Do I Need to File Form SSA-827?
You should file Form SSA-827 when applying for your disability claim, after the SSA requests it. There is no specific submission deadline, but it’s worth noting that the form is valid for 12 months after the date signed.
What Happens If I Don’t Submit Form SSA-827?
If you don’t submit Form SSA-827, the SSA won’t have the authorization to collect information from specific sources, and those sources won’t be able to release it. As a result, there may not be enough evidence to support your disability claim, leading to potential denials or reductions.
Where Do I File Form SSA-827?
You should file Form SSA-827 with your local Social Security office, either by bringing it in person, sending it by mail, or using the SSA’s online platform to upload your document.