A Continuing Disability Review that happens every 3 years indicates what possibility?

A Continuing Disability Review (CDR) occurring every three years suggests that there is the possibility of medical improvement. This timeline is often established for individuals who are receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The Social Security Administration (SSA) sets these reviews to periodically assess whether a recipient's condition has improved sufficiently to the point that they may no longer qualify for benefits.

By scheduling a CDR every three years, the SSA indicates that while the current status of the individual's condition allows for continued benefits, there is an expectation that their medical condition may change. This schedule is based on the assessment that improvements might be plausible, thus allowing for the possibility that the individual could potentially return to work if their health improves.

In contrast, options regarding medical improvement not being expected or expected do not typically apply to the three-year review cycle. A timeline suggesting no medical review necessary would imply the individual’s condition is stable without foreseeable changes, which is not the case when the SSA decides to conduct regular reviews like the three-year cycle.