What type of Continuing Disability Review (CDR) occurs every 5-7 years?

The correct response is that a Continuing Disability Review (CDR) classified as "Medical improvement not expected" typically occurs every 5-7 years. This designation is applied to individuals whose impairments are unlikely to improve, indicating that their disability is expected to be long-term or permanent. As a result, these beneficiaries undergo these reviews less frequently compared to others, providing them with a sense of stability regarding their benefits.

When the Social Security Administration (SSA) determines that a person's medical condition is not expected to improve, it allows the agency to allocate resources more efficiently, focusing on cases where changes in medical conditions are more likely to occur. This approach helps maintain ongoing support for individuals who face enduring disabilities, without the need for frequent reviews that would not yield new information regarding their conditions.

In contrast, other categories of CDR such as "Medical improvement possible" and "Medical improvement expected" are conducted more frequently, reflecting a higher likelihood of change in a beneficiary’s medical status. The "Extended medical review" is not a standard classification used by the SSA, further distinguishing this option from the more common classifications.