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Form SSA-827: Authorization to Disclose Information to the Social Security Administration
Authorizes SSA to obtain medical records, school records, and other information from sources such as doctors, hospitals, and employers when processing your disability or benefits claim.
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SSA Form SSA-827 - Authorization to Disclose Information to the Social Security Administration
Authorizes SSA to obtain medical records, school records, and other information from sources such as doctors, hospitals, and employers when processing your disability or benefits claim.
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Scan points- 1Not signing or dating the form — an incomplete authorization is void.
- 2Not completing all required fields — forms with missing information are rejected.
- 3Outdated form version — SSA may only accept the current revision.
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This form gives SSA permission to collect information about you from your doctors, hospitals, schools, and other organizations to evaluate your disability claim.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Required when you apply for disability benefits (SSDI or SSI) and whenever SSA needs to gather new evidence.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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Claimant Info
4 items
Your full legal name.
Your SSN to identify your claim.
Your date of birth.
Any other names under which records may be filed.
Authorization
2 items
Sign to authorize SSA to obtain your records.
Date you signed the authorization.
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What is SSA Form SSA-827 used for?
This form gives SSA permission to collect information about you from your doctors, hospitals, schools, and other organizations to evaluate your disability claim.
Who must file SSA Form SSA-827?
Disability applicants and claimants who need SSA to gather supporting documentation on their behalf.
What information does SSA Form SSA-827 require?
A consent form authorizing SSA to obtain medical, school, employment, and other records relevant to your claim.
When is SSA Form SSA-827 due?
Required when you apply for disability benefits (SSDI or SSI) and whenever SSA needs to gather new evidence.
Where do I file SSA Form SSA-827?
Submit along with your disability application at your local SSA office or online.
How do I complete SSA Form SSA-827?
Sign and date the form. SSA will use it to contact your healthcare providers and other sources directly.
What happens if SSA Form SSA-827 is filed incorrectly?
SSA needs this authorization to legally request your private medical and other records from third parties.
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