Application Status provides users with
the capability to check the status of their pending Social Security
claims either via the Internet or the National 800 Number Automated
Telephone Service. Users need their Social Security number and a
confirmation number to access this information. The Application
Status shows users when SSA received the application, if we
requested additional documents (e.g., military discharge papers,
W2s, birth records, etc.), and provides the address for the office
that is processing their application. Once SSA makes a decision on
a claim, we post a copy of the decision notice online for the user
to view. There are some exceptions to posting a copy online, such
as disability denial notices (even if filed electronically) or
claims that users did not file via the Internet, as we may not have
those notices available for online review. Users access this
application either via http://www.ssa.gov/onlineservices/ or
through the National 800 Number. Respondents are Social Security
claimants. This is a non-substantive Change Request to update our
current system to better serve the respondents.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.