Applying for Disability in Maryland
There are two major programs available to Maryland residents applying for disability. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) are both federal programs run by the Social Security Administration (SSA) designed to help you.
If a Maryland resident is managing a disabling condition that prevents them from working, they may qualify for disability benefits.
When to File for Disability in Maryland
Applying as soon as you become disabled is suggested.
There is a five-month delay for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. The SSDI waiting period starts the first whole month following the date your disability began. Benefit payments will not start before the sixth month of disability.
If your disability results from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and is approved for SSDI benefits, there is no waiting period.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) disability benefits are available for the first month following the date you filed your claim. If later, the date you will become eligible for SSI.
How to File for Disability in Maryland
- Online: Apply at ssa.gov.
- Telephone: Call SSA at (800) 772-1213.
- In-person: Apply at a local Social Security field office.
Applicants may also be represented by a disability advocate or lawyer who will increase the chances for approval. There are no fees for using representation throughout the application process.
Maryland State Supplements
The Social Security Administration manages the maximum benefits a recipient can receive from Supplemental Security Income. Since 2015, $733 has been the maximum allotted amount per month for non-married recipients. A recipient may qualify for additional state supplements with their SSI benefits. Received amounts depend on the individual’s current living status. To discover how much you could receive based on your living situation, contact Maryland’s Department of Disabilities.
Maryland’s Department of Disabilities
217 E. Redwood Street, Suite 1300
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Voice 410-767-3660
Toll-Free ⁄ TTY ⁄ Voice 1-800-637-4113
Maryland Statistics
| Resident Population (2013) | 3,789,311 |
| Percentage of Population on SSI | 2.0% |
| Percentage of Population on SSDI | 3.7% |
| Average Monthly SSI Payment | $532.05 |
| Average Monthly SSDI Payment | $1,135.95 |
Maryland Vocational Rehabilitation
For those struggling with a disability that prevents them from working and accomplishing substantial gainful activity (SGA), Maryland offers Vocational Rehabilitation services. These programs help people with disabilities find and maintain employment. If someone is currently receiving benefits from SSI or SSDI, they will be eligible for VR services. To access assistance, contact:
Maryland Office of Field Services HQ
2301 Argonne Drive
Baltimore MD 21218
Phone: 410-554-9442/888-554-0334
Fax: 410-554-9412
TTY or VP: 443-798-2840 VP
Email: dors@maryland.gov
Social Security Offices, DDS, & ODAR
Twenty-three Social Security Field offices, one Office of Disability Determination Services, and twi Office of Disability Adjudication and Review are available to help you.
If assistance is needed throughout the Social Security Disability application process, contact your disability office listed below for guidance.
Maryland Social Security Field Offices
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Abingdon Office 3435a Box Hill Corp Center Dr Abingdon, MD 21009 1-800-772-1213 |
Annapolis Office 180 Adm Cochrane Dr Annapolis, MD 21401 (410) 897-9217 |
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Baltimore Office 1010 Park Ave Baltimore, MD 21201 1-800-772-1213 |
Baltimore Office 2401 Bel Air Rd #106 Baltimore, MD 21213 1-800-772-1213 |
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Baltimore Office 711 West 40th St Baltimore, MD 21211 1-800-772-1213 |
Baltimore Office 6722 Reisterstown Rd Baltimore, MD 21215 1-800-772-1213 |
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Baltimore Office 6820 Hospital Dr Baltimore, MD 21237 1-800-772-1213 |
Baltimore Office 3431 Benson Ave Baltimore, MD 21227 1-800-772-1213 |
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Cambridge Office 828 Airpax Road Cambridge, MD 21613 (410) 228-8811 |
Columbia Office 8865 Stanford Blvd Columbia, MD 21045 1-800-772-1213 |
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Cumberland Office 1 Frederick St Cumberland, MD 21502 (301) 722-4934 |
Elkton Office 101 Chesapeake Blvd Elkton, MD 21921 (866) 331-2218 |
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Frederick Office 10 N Jefferson Street Frederick, MD 21701 (866) 331-7089 |
Glen Burnie Office 337 Hospital Dr Glen Burnie, MD 21061 1-800-772-1213 |
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Hagerstown Office 1258 Maryland Avenue Hagerstown, MD 21740 (866) 331-7125 |
Owings Mills Office 5 Park Center Court Owings Mills, MD 21117 1-800-772-1213 |
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Rockville Office 315 N Washington St Rockville, MD 20850 1-800-772-1213 |
Salisbury Office 2414 Northgate Dr Salisbury, MD 21801 (410) 749-2101 |
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Seabrook Office 7401c Forbes Blvd Seabrook MD 20706 1-800-772-1213 |
Silver Spring Office 11006 Veirs Mill Road Silver Spring, MD 20902 1-800-772-1213 |
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Suitland Office 6110 Allentown Road Suitland, MD 20746 1-800-772-1213 |
Towson Office 28 Allegheny Ave Towson, MD 21204 1-800-772-1213 |
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Westminster Office 125 Airport Drive Westminster, MD 21157 1-800-772-1213 |
Maryland Office of Disability Determination Services
Disability Determination Services
PO Box 6338
Timonium, MD 21094-6338
Phone: 410-308-4360
Maryland Office of Disability Adjudication and Review
SSA Office of Disability Adjudication and Review
The Symphony Center, Room 300
1010 Park Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21201-5600
Telephone: (866) 613-3960
Fax: (410) 962-6999
eFile Fax: (877) 548-8804
Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
SSA Office of Disability Adjudication and Review
Baltimore NCAC East
WOC (Woodlawn Office Complex) Building
1718 Woodlawn Drive
Baltimore, MD 21207
Telephone: (410) 597-1995
Fax: (410) 966-9953
Office Hours: 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SSA Office of Disability Adjudication and Review
Rolling Road Commerce Center
2709 Rolling Road
Baltimore, MD 21244
Telephone: (877) 711-5019
Fax: (877) 661-9850
eFile Fax: (410) 965-7462
