The Washington Application to Reopen Claim due to Worsening Condition is a form that is used by Washington residents who are already receiving benefits from the Department of Social and Health Services (DSS) and who have experienced a worsening of their disability. This form is used to reopen an existing claim for disability benefits or to request an increase in benefits due to a change in condition. This form can also be used to request a medical review of a claim that has been denied or closed. There are two types of Washington Application to Reopen Claim due to Worsening Condition forms: the Request to Reopen a Claim form and the Request for Medical Review form. The Request to Reopen a Claim form is used for applicants who are already receiving benefits and who are seeking an increase in benefits due to a worsening of their condition. The Request for Medical Review form is used for applicants whose claim has been denied or closed and who are seeking a medical review of the claim.