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Updated June 2026 · SSA Public
Administrative Law Judge
Sanzi, Thomas
NHC CHICAGO · primary of 2 offices Stable
-43.6 pts vs national average
14.2%lifetime approval
vs baselines
This judge14.2%
NHC CHICAGO56.4%
National avg57.8%
Figures below are for NHC CHICAGO, this judge’s busiest office. They also have records at 1 other office (MINNEAPOLIS).
Total decisions
155
Fully favorable
15
9.7%
Partially favorable
7
4.5%
Denials
133
85.8%
Total dispositions
189
Dismissals
34
18.0%
Awards
22
3-year trend
Stable
FY2025 decision breakdown
Denied
Fully fav. 9.7%Partially fav. 4.5%Denied 85.8%
Other ALJs at NHC CHICAGO (9)
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