From what you've said here, it sounds like the judge may not have seen evidence of total disability earlier in your claim when you could have still been under SSDI based on your dates of eligibility, but would be inclined to find total disability NOW when you would only be covered by SSI.

Was there a big difference in the numbers ? I think that would be a hard decision to make on the spot. As you agreed to the judge's requests, I would think the judge would follow through with his implied part of the deal. It is frustrating to still have to wait awhile for some resolution after what must have sounded to your lawyer like a "done deal." I hope that it works out for you and that you hear soon.