How Frequently Does Redetermination Occur?

The SSA conducts redeterminations at different intervals, depending on your situation:

• Annual Redetermination
• Happens every year if your income or living arrangements are likely to change often
• Common for individuals with fluctuating earnings, benefits, or household changes
• Periodic Redetermination (Every 1 to 6 Years)
• If your situation is more stable, SSA may review your case every few years (typically every 1–6 years)
• Unscheduled Redetermination
• Can happen anytime if SSA receives information suggesting a change in your eligibility
• For example: a change in income, assets, marital status, or where you live

What Happens During Redetermination?

SSA will review:

• Your income: wages, pensions, Social Security, etc.
• Your resources: bank accounts, cars, property, etc.
• Your living situation: who you live with and how expenses are shared
• Other benefits: SNAP, Medicaid, etc.

You may be contacted by mail, phone, or asked to come into a local office. Be ready to provide bank statements, pay stubs, lease agreements, and other documentation.

What If You Don’t Respond?

Failing to respond or provide required information could result in:



• Suspension or termination of your SSI benefits
• Overpayment notices if SSA believes you received benefits you weren’t entitled to

It’s important to stay organized and respond by the deadline.