Social Security Column… Questions And Answers

Issue 46.11

GENERAL

Question:

How do I update or correct the name on my Social Security card?

Answer:

To update or correct the name on your Social Security card:

Complete an Application for A Social Security Card (Form SS-5),available at www.socialsecurity.gov/online/ss-5.pdf;Show us original documents proving your legal name change,identity,[...]

Social Security Column… Some Tricks Can Be Horrifying To Your Record

Issue 45.11

You’ve probably been passing out treats to costumed hobgoblins and ghosts in your neighborhood on Halloween night. But be cautious that you’re not tricked by a different kind of trickster looking for a handout,such as your personal information.

You should always safeguard your personal information such as date of birth,[...]

Social Security Column… 100 Disability Conditions Fast-Tracked

Issue 44.11

Here’s some important news if you’re applying for Social Security disability benefits for yourself or a loved one.  There are 100 conditions which qualify for an expedited process known as Compassionate Allowances.

Compassionate Allowances,which began in December 2007,are a way to quickly identify diseases and other medical conditions that,[...]

Social Security Column… Nothing To Fear At Social Security’s Website

Issue 43.11

Different people have different fears,and often Halloween seems to be a time to talk about them. Children may be afraid of monsters in the closet or creatures lurking beneath the bed. Teenagers may fear not fitting in with the popular crowd.

There’s something else that needlessly frightens some people:doing [...]

Social Security Column… Seasons Aren’t The Only Things That Change

Issue 42.11

Many people enjoy watching the changing seasons,and in many parts of the country we find ourselves at that time of the year when the shifting from one season to another seems most enjoyable. In many parts of the country,the lush green foliage gradually fades to an autumn rainbow of [...]

Social Security Column… Hunting For A Prescription Drug Plan Is No Game

Issue 41.11

It’s that time of year again.

“Open season” is right around the corner for the Medicare Part D prescription drug plan. Hunting down the best plan for you is no game. Newly eligible Medicare beneficiaries,and current beneficiaries who are considering changes to their Medicare Part D plan,should mark their [...]

The Social Security Column… Questions And Answers

Issues 39/40/41.11

GENERAL

Question:

I received a notice from Social Security recently. It said my name and Social Security number do not match Social Security’s records. What should I do?

Answer:

It’s critical that your name and Social Security number,as shown on your Social Security card,match your employer’s payroll records and your [...]

Social Security Column… If It’s Not .gov,It’s Not Social Security

Issue 38.11

When you go on a road trip,you need to follow the signs to arrive at the right place. Going online can be very much the same.  Look for the “.gov” at the end of the web address — if it isn’t .gov,it isn’t the real Social Security website — [...]

The Social Security Column… Want To Retire In 2012? Apply Now!

Issue 37.11

Plan to start receiving your Social Security retirement benefits in January of 2012?  We recommend you apply this October if you’d like your benefits to begin in January.

If the prospect of traveling to an office does not appeal to you,then save yourself a trip and consider the advantages of [...]

The Social Security Column… Socialsecurity.gov Delivers

Issue 36.11

Would you like to stay informed when there are changes to the Social Security website?  More than one million people currently receive updates when we make changes to the pages they’re most interested in. Now you can too.

You can subscribe to receive free email updates with the click of a [...]