Federal Disability Retirement Appeals
There’s still hope to get the benefits you need
Has the OPM denied your claim?
Being denied the benefits you desperately need can be scary… but that doesn’t mean the fight is over. Our experienced legal team knows how to get you back on track.
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Appeals Process
STAGE 1
Initial OPM Review
1-6 months
STAGE 2
Reconsideration
3-6 months
When an initial denial is appealed,
reconsideration can be requested within 30 days
MSPB
3-6 months
Stage 2
Reconsideration
Review Decision
You can have the OPM make a new decision based on the original evidence included, along with any documents already in your file.
Submit New Evidence
You can submit new evidence for the OPM to consider. Your case will be assigned to a new Medical Specialist.
Request An Extension
You can request a 30-day extension in order to gather new evidence to submit to your Federal Disability Retirement claim.
Why is this important?
The appeals process is a difficult and rigorous one. It’s critical to seek assistance at this stage since the decisions made here can determine the final outcome of your appeal.
MSPB
Your case will be assigned to a judge in the MSPB regional office and the OPM will appoint an agency representative to oppose your case before the judge.
Keep in mind
This is the third stage of consideration. If your case is denied again at the MSPB stage, then you can request to have your case reviewed by the full MSPB panel in Washington, D.C. or request to have it taken to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit for a decision.
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