Data: Q2 FY2025 · Source: SSA Public Data

Sanzi, Thomas J

NHC CHICAGO Stable

14.8%

-43.0% vs national avg

What this means for your case: This judge has a 14.8% approval rate — significantly below the national average of 57.8%. Expect a high bar for evidence. Prepare thoroughly for cross-examination and ensure all medical records are complete.

Total Decisions

169

Fully Favorable

11.2%

Partially Favorable

3.6%

Denials

144

85.2%

Total Dispositions

208

Dismissals

18.8%

Awards

Trend (3yr)

Stable

Decision Breakdown (FY2025)

Denied

Fully Favorable: 11.2%Partially Favorable: 3.6%Denied: 85.2%

Approval Rate History

FY2011

25.0%4 dec

FY2012

26.9%301 dec

FY2013

26.2%409 dec

FY2014

58.3%12 dec

FY2014

33.2%289 dec

FY2015

26.6%384 dec

FY2017

24.0%375 dec

FY2018

20.0%370 dec

FY2019

31.8%308 dec

FY2020

30.4%299 dec

FY2021

29.0%245 dec

FY2022

28.3%244 dec

FY2023

33.3%180 dec

FY2024

25.5%157 dec

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