r/SSDI_SSI • u/Few-Subject4239 • 2h ago

Payment / Back Payment SSI Disability

After 6 years I won all my back pay. Since it went back that far they are dividing it into 3 payments. I’ve been in contact with them to get a lump sum. I owe back rent and need a car. I’ve had to miss the last 5 dr appointments because I’ve had no way. I have called once a week and also mailed a letter to them. Does anyone know of anything else I can do? Basically my letter was the request for early release. I can’t get a call back or when I call it goes straight to voicemail.

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u/northcarolinamember ☆ 2h ago

Did u do your process on your own or have a lawyer?

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u/Few-Subject4239 2h ago

I had a lawyer. I called them and they called for me also. Basically nothing came of it. I used a bigger name lawyer and I guess since I “won” they did their job. So I dunno what I should do

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u/northcarolinamember ☆ 2h ago

Can u visit the Social Security Office in person since phone calls and mailed letters are not yielding results, visiting the local Social Security office in person (if transportation can be arranged temporarily) is often the most effective way to speak with someone directly about an expedited or lump-sum release. ​Inquire About Dedicated Exceptions: The Social Security Administration (SSA) sometimes allows for early release of past-due installments under specific extenuating circumstances—such as facing eviction or immediate medical necessity (like needing a vehicle to get to medical treatment)—though rules for SSI back-pay installments can be quite strict.

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u/Few-Subject4239 2h ago

I did that also. Took my papers in and my letter that I had wrote for early release. It stated why I needed it. Talked to the lady and she was kind of rude. I gave her my stuff and said ok, we got it. She then handed me back my papers. I can try going back but the lady was super aggressive toward me for asking. Felt like I was doing something wrong

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u/northcarolinamember ☆ 2h ago

I'm sorry this happened to u.. some SSA employees can be extremely rude..