Feature | Appeals Council | Federal District Court |
---|---|---|
Part of SSA? | Yes | No (Federal Court System) |
Reviews ALJ Decision? | Yes | Yes (Legal Review Only) |
Can Introduce New Evidence? | No | No |
Possible Outcomes? | Deny, Remand, or Reverse | Uphold, Reverse, or Remand |
Next Step if Denied? | Federal Court | Discuss Options with your representative |