1. What Is a Disability Redetermination?

A disability redetermination is a review conducted by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to check whether you continue to qualify for SSI based on your income, resources, and living arrangements. For SSDI, while financial eligibility is not reviewed, you may undergo a Continuing Disability Review (CDR) to confirm that your medical condition still meets SSA’s definition of disability.

2. Why Does SSA Conduct Redeterminations?

Redeterminations ensure:

• You continue to meet the income and asset limits required for SSI
• Your living arrangements or household composition have not changed in a way that affects eligibility
• For SSDI recipients, CDRs confirm medical eligibility remains unchanged

3. How Often Does Redetermination Occur?

For SSI recipients in Nevada:

• Periodic redetermination usually occurs every 1 to 6 years, depending on your circumstances
• Targeted redeterminations can be initiated at any time if SSA receives information suggesting your eligibility status may have changed

For SSDI recipients:

• You undergo Continuing Disability Reviews (CDRs) based on the likelihood of medical improvement:
• Medical Improvement Expected (MIE): Every 6 to 18 months
• Medical Improvement Possible (MIP): Approximately every 3 years
• Medical Improvement Not Expected (MINE): Every 5 to 7 years

4. What Happens During an SSI Redetermination in Nevada?

A. Receiving Notification

You will receive a letter notifying you of your upcoming redetermination appointment, which may be conducted:

• In-person at your local SSA office
• Over the phone with an SSA representative

B. Information You Will Need to Provide

During your redetermination, SSA will ask about:

• Income: Wages, pensions, support from family, or other cash income
• Resources: Bank account balances, vehicles, property, and other assets
• Living arrangements: Where you live and who you live with
• Household expenses: Rent, utilities, and shared costs

Bring documentation to verify all information, such as bank statements, pay stubs, lease agreements, or household bills.

C. SSA Review

SSA will review all submitted documents to ensure:

• Your countable income remains below SSI limits (in 2025, generally $943 per month for individuals, higher if living with a spouse)
• Your assets do not exceed the SSI resource limit ($2,000 for individuals, $3,000 for couples)
• Your living arrangements align with the benefit amount you receive

If your income, resources, or living situation changes in a way that affects eligibility, SSA may reduce or terminate your SSI benefits.

5. What Happens During a Disability CDR for SSDI Recipients?

For SSDI recipients, a Continuing Disability Review (CDR) is conducted to verify ongoing medical eligibility. SSA will:

• Send you either a short-form Disability Update Report (SSA-455) or a long-form Continuing Disability Review Report (SSA-454)
• Request updated medical records, treatment history, and possibly schedule a Consultative Examination (CE) if needed

If your condition has improved sufficiently to allow you to work at Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) levels, your benefits could be terminated.

6. What Happens After Redetermination?

After your redetermination review:

• If SSA finds you still eligible, your benefits will continue without change
• If SSA determines you are no longer eligible, you will receive a notice explaining why and instructions for appealing the decision within 60 days

7. How to Prepare for Your Redetermination

To avoid issues:

• Keep detailed records of all income and expenses
• Retain bank statements, pay stubs, medical bills, and lease agreements
• Notify SSA immediately of any changes in income, resources, or household composition
• Respond to redetermination notices promptly and attend scheduled appointments