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Updated June 2026 · SSA Public

Administrative Law Judge

Steger, Brian M.

NHC ST LOUIS Stable

-8.4 pts vs national average

0.0%lifetime approval

vs baselines

This judge49.4%
NHC ST LOUIS50.4%
National avg57.8%

Total decisions

245

Fully favorable

85

34.7%

Partially favorable

36

14.7%

Denials

124

50.6%

Total dispositions

307

Dismissals

62

20.2%

Awards

121

3-year trend

Stable

FY2025 decision breakdown

Fully fav.
Partial
Denied
Fully fav. 34.7%Partially fav. 14.7%Denied 50.6%

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