SSA ends fraud policy blamed for delaying nearly 575,000 benefit claims amid mounting criticism.

The Social Security Administration is taking online applications for one of its main disability programs after years of trying to simplify and move the process online, an effort the agency’s ...

The SSA has also confirmed that around 1,000 staff will be reassigned from headquarters to field offices to help reduce the backlog. But with training still underway, it's unlikely to offer ...

A new announcement was made by the SSA that highlights a new change in the application process once again, and it will affect one group specifically.

The SSA is transitioning to stronger identity verification procedures for some new benefit claims and direct deposit changes.

The agency currently has a backlog of approximately 575,000 applications thanks to a prior policy involved in the application process.

SSA Time of Approval: How long does it to get your first payment once is your retirement application approved? Checking your Social Security status online ...

Modernization SSA to digitize application process for supplemental income The planned December launch will be open to first-time applicants between 18-65 who have never been married.