Notice of Modified Electronic Disability Claim File System
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The Social Security Administration is updating its system for managing electronic disability claims. These updates refine how records are accessed and shared, including expanding how personal information is tracked and clarifying routine uses. Key changes include accommodating cloud storage, updating categories of personal data involved, and adjusting how records may be used with third parties. These modifications affect claimants, medical providers, and those involved in disability benefit claims.
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Key Changes
- Introduction of cloud-based storage for records
- Expansion of records to include opt-in/opt-out messaging selections
- Clarification and expansion of routine uses for data sharing
Obligations
What this law requires
The Social Security Administration (SSA) must provide a 30-day public comment period regarding the modified system of records, inviting public comments by May 15, 2026.
SSA must ensure that it tracks opt-in and opt-out selections for electronic messaging for claimants and beneficiaries in the modifications to the Electronic Disability Claims File.
SSA must update its categories of personal data to include information about the medical examiner or provider, including license number and expiration date.
SSA must ensure disclosures to third parties are made when an individual needs assistance to communicate due to hearing impairments or language barriers.
SSA must clarify that personal records can be accessed using the medical examiner or provider's name and tax identification number.