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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%
Other ALJs at NHC ST LOUIS (6)
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