The SSA has reduced the timeframe for which applicants need to provide detailed employment
information from 15 years to just the last 5 years. Applicants now only need to report their employment
history for the most recent 5-year period. This includes job titles, duties, and employment dates for these
recent years.
This change significantly reduces the burden on applicants of SSDI, making it easier to compile and
provide accurate and relevant work history. It addresses issues related to outdated or incomplete records
and focuses on more recent employment data, which is more pertinent for assessing current eligibility.