1. Confirm Your Hearing Status

Start by checking with the Oklahoma Office of Hearings Operations (OHO) handling your case. You can:

• Call the SSA at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
• Contact your hearing office directly for updates
• Log into your my Social Security account to review case status

2. Stay in Contact With Your Representative

If you have a disability attorney or advocate, stay in touch. They can:

• Follow up with the hearing office on your behalf
• Ensure no documents or deadlines have been missed
• Push for updates if your case has been inactive for too long

3. Check for Missing Information

Sometimes hearings are delayed because the SSA is waiting for:

• Updated medical records
• Employment history details
• Additional forms or corrections

Sending these promptly can prevent further delays.

4. Request an Expedited Hearing

In rare situations, you may qualify for a faster hearing if you can show:

• Severe financial hardship (e.g., eviction or foreclosure)
• A critical medical condition
• Terminal illness

Your attorney can submit a dire need request with supporting documents.

5. Prepare While You Wait

Use the delay time to strengthen your case:

• Gather recent medical records and test results
• Get updated statements from your doctors
• Organize documents for your testimony

This can improve your chances of approval once your hearing takes place.