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Updated June 2026 · SSA Public
Administrative Law Judge
Hertzig, Michael S.
METAIRIE · primary of 2 offices Stable
-10.4 pts vs national average
47.3%lifetime approval
vs baselines
This judge47.3%
METAIRIE53.9%
National avg57.8%
Figures below are for METAIRIE, this judge’s busiest office. They also have records at 1 other office (ALBUQUERQUE).
Total decisions
205
Fully favorable
72
35.1%
Partially favorable
25
12.2%
Denials
108
52.7%
Total dispositions
281
Dismissals
76
27.0%
Awards
97
3-year trend
Stable
FY2025 decision breakdown
Fully fav.
Partial
Denied
Fully fav. 35.1%Partially fav. 12.2%Denied 52.7%
Other ALJs at METAIRIE (5)
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