What Is a Redetermination?

Unlike a medical Continuing Disability Review (CDR), a redetermination focuses primarily on non-medical factors such as:

• Your income
• Living arrangements
• Resources or financial assets
• Household changes that may affect eligibility

SSA typically conducts redeterminations every 1 to 6 years, depending on your circumstances and the type of benefit you receive.

Steps for Disability Redetermination in Tennessee

1. SSA Sends a Notice

You’ll first receive a letter from the SSA notifying you of an upcoming redetermination. This letter may ask you to complete the review by phone, in person, or through a mailed form.

2. Complete the Required Forms

The SSA may send one or more of the following forms:

• SSA-8202-BK: Short-form redetermination
• SSA-8203-BK: Long-form redetermination
  You’ll be asked about your income, bank accounts, rent, household size, and similar details.

3. Provide Documentation

To verify your answers, SSA may request documentation such as:

• Pay stubs
• Bank statements
• Utility bills
• Lease agreements
• Proof of support from others

4. SSA Reviews Your Case

After receiving your completed forms and supporting documents, SSA will review everything to determine whether you still meet the non-medical eligibility requirements.

5. SSA Issues a Decision

You’ll get a written notice with the outcome:

• If approved, your benefits continue
• If not, SSA may propose reducing or stopping your benefits
  You have the right to appeal any unfavorable decision.