SSA and Child Support Team Up to Verify Disability Payments
Published Date: 11/21/2025
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Summary
The Social Security Administration is teaming up with the Office of Child Support Services to share wage info every three months. This helps make sure people getting Disability Insurance benefits are eligible and getting the right amount. The program starts December 23, 2025, lasts 18 months, and invites public comments until December 22, 2025.
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Quarterly Wage Checks for DI Benefits
If you apply for or receive Social Security Disability Insurance (Title II DI), the Social Security Administration will receive quarterly wage (QW) information from the Office of Child Support Services to establish or verify eligibility, continuing entitlement, or payment amounts. This matching program starts December 23, 2025 and will be in effect for 18 months. SSA says using the NDNH QW data supports program accuracy, program administration, and reduces overpayments.
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