how to appeal for a social security overpayment

For this amount in dispute you will be best served with counsel. For starters, contact the local social security administration office using the information that came to you from the agency that alerted you to the overpayment.

Next, using the written documentation you have is a good place to begin. Contact a local lawyer - many may give you a free consultation - to discuss your specifics. Far too many variables exist in the short post you wrote for any further observation by me. Many Atlanta attorneys have information posted here on Avvo.

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No one can know what the record is in the case because online we cannot see your documents. You need a lawyer. Check with a lawyer in your locale to discuss more of the details.

Good luck to you.

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22K--that's some overpayment. On e would think that you would notice an extra 22K in your bank account. Gather together your records and see whether in fact you were overpaid. You may need a lawyer to help you ascertain this. If you were overpaid even if it was not your fault you will have to repay.

Social Security if often mistaken about overpayments for a variety of reasons. Get a consultation with an attorney who handles SSA cases or call 800-431-2804 to the National Organization of Social Security Claimant Representatives for a referal to near by attorney.