Overview: SSA Hearing Offices in West Virginia
West Virginia’s disability hearings are facilitated by SSA Hearing Offices serving residents across Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, and surrounding regions. Staff manage administrative components such as verifying case transfers, uploading evidence, tracking deadlines, and coordinating with Field Offices to prepare cases for Administrative Law Judges. This structure helps keep hearings consistent across both urban and rural communities.
This directory includes contact details for West Virginia’s Hearing Offices: addresses, phone lines, hours of operation, fax and e-file fax numbers, and Social Security Field Office jurisdictions. Claimants and representatives can rely on this information to make sure submissions reach the correct location before the hearing.
West Virginia SSA Hearing Offices
Below are the current Social Security hearing offices (Office of Hearings Operations, or OHO) serving West Virginia claimants, listed by city in alphabetical order. Use these entries to confirm where your case may be heard and how to contact the correct office.
Charleston Hearing Office
- Office Name: Charleston Hearing Office (SSA Office of Hearings Operations)
- Street Address:
Suite 100
500 Quarrier Street
Charleston, WV 25301 - Telephone: (888) 527-9325
- Fax: (833) 574-0712
- eFile Fax: (877) 871-1882
- Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Services the following cities/field offices:
Ohio: Athens, Cambridge, Marietta.
West Virginia: Beckley, Charleston, Logan, Martinsburg, Parkersburg, St. Albans, Welch, Williamson.
This hearing office generally handles cases from central and western West Virginia, along with nearby portions of Ohio. If your local Social Security Field Office is on this list, your hearing is likely assigned to the Charleston OHO unless SSA notifies you otherwise.
Huntington Hearing Office
- Office Name: Huntington Hearing Office (SSA Office of Hearings Operations)
- Street Address:
Chase Bank Building
1000 5th Avenue, Suite 300
Huntington, WV 25701 - Telephone: (866) 592-1607
- Fax: (833) 789-0403
- eFile Fax: (877) 871-1883
- Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Services the following cities/field offices:
Kentucky: Ashland, Pikeville, Prestonsburg.
Ohio: Gallipolis, Ironton, Portsmouth.
West Virginia: Huntington.
The Huntington Hearing Office commonly serves claimants along the western border of West Virginia and surrounding tri-state communities. Many people in Huntington and nearby Kentucky and Ohio communities have hearings scheduled here, often by telephone or video.
Morgantown Hearing Office
- Office Name: Morgantown Hearing Office (SSA Office of Hearings Operations)
- Street Address:
Suite FS1
5000 Greenbag Road
Morgantown, WV 26501-7236 - Telephone: (877) 405-9197
- Fax: (833) 796-0375
- eFile Fax: (877) 871-1884
- Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Services the following cities/field offices:
Ohio: East Liverpool, Steubenville.
Pennsylvania: Uniontown.
West Virginia: Clarksburg, Elkins, Fairmont, Morgantown, Wheeling.
This hearing office typically handles cases from northern West Virginia and nearby areas of Ohio and Pennsylvania. If you live near Morgantown, Clarksburg, Wheeling, or across the state line in Uniontown, your hearing may be assigned to this OHO even if you attend by phone.
West Virginia Hearing Tip: When the Judge Questions Your Treatment History
If a West Virginia judge asks why you stopped seeing a doctor or why there were gaps in treatment, answer honestly and directly. Judges understand real-world barriers—financial limits, transportation problems, worsening symptoms, or provider changes. Give a straightforward explanation without worrying about perfect wording.
You do not need to apologize for circumstances you could not control. Instead, focus on the facts: what treatment you tried, why it stopped, and what you are doing now. A clear, truthful answer can help the judge see the full context of your medical care, rather than assuming you simply “gave up” on treatment.
About Disability Advocates Group (DAG)
When your case reaches a Social Security hearing office in West Virginia, the judge will review years of medical records, your work history, and your testimony—often in less than an hour. Our team at Disability Advocates Group (DAG) focuses on making that short hearing time count by presenting your limitations in a clear, organized way.
We help people across West Virginia and throughout the country with every stage of the SSDI and SSI process, including:
- Preparing and filing SSDI applications: We help you describe your conditions, symptoms, and work limits in a way that matches Social Security’s rules.
- Appealing denials: We review prior decisions, identify missing evidence, and strengthen your file before it goes to a hearing office.
- Requesting and organizing medical records: We gather treatment notes, imaging, test results, and specialist opinions so the judge can see the full picture.
- Preparing clients for hearings: We explain what will happen at your hearing, practice questions with you, and help you talk about your daily routine, bad days, and work history in plain language.
- Representing clients before an ALJ: At your hearing, an experienced SSDI lawyer or disability attorney stands beside you, presents your evidence, and challenges vocational expert testimony when necessary.
- Monitoring case progress: We track your case with the hearing office, confirm that evidence has been received, and watch key deadlines so nothing falls through the cracks.
- Providing strategic case advice: We counsel you about work attempts, symptom journals, and medical source statements that can support your Residual Functional Capacity (RFC) and overall credibility.
Whether your hearing is assigned to Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, or held by phone or video, you do not have to face the process alone. Working with a knowledgeable disability lawyer can reduce stress and help you present the strongest possible case.
If you would like help with an SSDI application, appeal, or upcoming hearing, call 800-788-2095 or start with a quick online SSDI screener to see if you may qualify.
FAQ: SSDI Hearings in West Virginia
Use these common questions and answers to understand what to expect at your hearing and how to prepare, with a focus on issues West Virginia claimants often face.
Are phone and video hearings common in West Virginia, or will I have to appear in person?
Phone and video hearings are now very common for West Virginia claimants, especially for people who live far from Charleston, Huntington, or Morgantown, or who have difficulty traveling because of health or weather. Your hearing notice will tell you whether the hearing is scheduled by phone, video, or in person, and it will explain how to connect on the day of the hearing.
What if bad weather or road conditions make it hard to get to my SSDI hearing?
West Virginia weather and mountain roads can create real travel problems, especially in winter. If you are scheduled for an in-person hearing and you know you may not be able to travel safely, contact the hearing office or your representative as soon as possible. Do not wait until the last minute. A disability attorney can help you request a change in how you appear or ask for a rescheduling if there is a genuine safety concern.
How can I get ready for a hearing when my doctors are spread out across different clinics and hospitals?
Many West Virginians receive care from providers in different towns and even in neighboring states. Make a list of every clinic, hospital, and specialist you have seen in the last few years, including approximate dates and contact information. Share that list with your representative so they can help request records and make sure the judge sees a complete picture of your treatment—not just one part of it.
Will the judge understand that I had trouble getting regular care because of cost, transportation, or rural access?
Judges in West Virginia see cases every day from people who live in rural areas, have limited public transportation, or struggle with insurance and copays. You still need to explain the situation clearly. Be honest about why you could not go as often as recommended, what you did when symptoms got worse, and any low-cost or community clinics you tried. A representative or SSDI lawyer can help you talk about these barriers in a straightforward way.
When should I contact a disability lawyer about my West Virginia SSDI hearing?
It is best to contact a disability lawyer as soon as you receive your hearing notice or even earlier in the appeal process. That gives time to gather records, request medical opinions, and prepare your testimony before the hearing date is set.
Additional Resources
Use these guides on SSDI hearings to learn what to expect and how to prepare for your case:
- What questions are asked at an SSDI hearing? — Learn the types of questions judges often ask about symptoms, daily activities, past work, and treatment history, so you are not caught off guard.
- SSDI hearing before an ALJ: what to expect — Walk through who will be in the hearing room (or on the phone), the order of testimony, and how the judge evaluates your credibility and limitations.
- What are my options if my SSDI claim is denied at hearing? — Understand how Appeals Council review works, when a new application may make sense, and how to protect potential back pay.
Get Help With Your SSDI Hearing in West Virginia
Preparing for a Social Security disability hearing in West Virginia can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re dealing with medical issues, travel challenges, and uncertainty about what the judge will focus on. Whether your hearing is assigned to Charleston, Huntington, or Morgantown—or scheduled by phone or video—you deserve guidance from a team that knows how to present a strong, well-supported case.
Disability Advocates Group helps West Virginians build compelling hearing presentations by:
- Explaining how judges evaluate credibility, symptoms, and work-related limits.
- Making sure your medical records, imaging, and treatment notes are submitted to the correct hearing office on time.
- Helping you prepare clear testimony about your daily limitations, flare-ups, and barriers to consistent treatment.
- Identifying supportive medical opinions and ensuring the judge sees the full picture of your health.
- Preparing you for questions from the judge and the vocational expert so you feel confident going into the hearing.
If you’ve received a hearing notice—or expect one soon—don’t wait until the last minute. A focused strategy and the right support can make a real difference in the outcome.
Call 800-788-2095, use our SSDI screener to see if you qualify, or contact us online to get help with your West Virginia SSDI or SSI hearing.