Social Security Service Instructions for the Blind
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Will Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security Survive
Understanding the Largest Federal Assistance Program Social Security is the federal government’s largest single program. Created in 1935, the program now consists of two parts: Old-Age and Survivors Insurance pays benefits to retired workers and to their dependents and survivors. Disability Insurance (DI) makes payments to disabled workers who are younger than the normal retirement … Read more
Learn How to File a Medicare Claim the Easy Way
How to File a Claim for Medicare If you are in the Original Medicare Plan, providers (e.g., hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, home health agencies, and physicians) and suppliers are required by law to file Medicare claims for covered services and supplies that you receive. You should not need to file any Medicare claims. Medicare claims … Read more
National Council on Aging Assistance Program
Help from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (the new name for the federal Food Stamp Program) helps low-income individuals and families buy the food they need for good health. Although SNAP is the national name, your state may use a different name. To learn more about SNAP and … Read more
Social Security Center in Las Vegas, Nevada
Las Vegas Social Security Card Center Serving Nye County, Esmeralda County, Lincoln County and all of Clark County (except Laughlin). Special Instructions: This Card Center provides mail-in service or the option to visit a contact station for residents of the following ZIP codes: 89001, 89003, 89008, 89010, 89013, 89017, 89020, 89022, 89023, 89042, 89043, 89045, … Read more
Medicare Help for Individuals with Limited Income
Extra Help for People with Limited Income and Resources If you are not sure if you qualify for extra help paying for Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage, visit these two online resources: 1. Apply Online for Extra Help with Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Costs If your resources are less than $11,710 (single) or $23,410 (married) and … Read more
Where to Send Your Social Security Application
Take or mail the SS-5 to the nearest Social Security office. Be sure to take or mail the originals or certified copies of your supporting documents along with the form. They will return your original documents right away. Where to Send Your Documents Depending on your circumstances, you can take or mail your application and … Read more
How to Apply for Social Security
Here is how you get an application for social security Below you will find the SS-5 Form in Portable Document Format (PDF). To print the PDF version, you will need the Adobe Acrobat reader software. If you do not already have this special software, see their page on downloading and printing PDF documents. After you … Read more
Learning About Your Social Security Card Number and Information
Social Security – Government Assistance A Social Security number is important because you need it to get a job, collect Social Security benefits and receive some other government services. Many other businesses, such as banks and credit companies, also ask for your number. If you are a non-citizen living in the United States, you also … Read more
How should I protect my Social Security number?
How can I protect my Social Security number? You should treat your Social Security number as confidential information and avoid giving it out unnecessarily. You should keep your Social Security card in a safe place with your other important papers. Do not carry it with you unless you need to show it to an employer … Read more
What if my social security card is lost or stolen?
What if my card is lost or stolen? You can replace your card or your child’s card for free if it is lost or stolen. However, you are limited to three replacement cards in a year and 10 during your lifetime. Legal name changes and other exceptions do not count toward these limits. For example, … Read more
What should I do if my immigration status or citizenship changed?
What if my immigration status or citizenship changed? If your immigration status changed or you became a U.S. citizen, you should tell Social Security so your records can be updated. To get your immigration status or citizenship corrected, you need to show documents that prove your new status or citizenship. Double Check Your Documents Only … Read more
How do I make sure my social security records are accurate?
How do I make sure my records are accurate? Each year your employer sends a copy of your W-2 (Wage and Tax Statement) to Social Security. They compare your name and Social Security number on the W-2 with the information in their files. They add the earnings shown on the W-2 to your Social Security … Read more
Name changed and now I need to tell the Social Security. Where do I start?
What if my name changed? If you legally change your name because of marriage, divorce, court order or any other reason, you need to tell Social Security so that you can get a replacement card. If you are working, also tell your employer. If you do not tell them when your name changes, it may: … Read more
How much does a social security card cost
There is no charge for a Social Security number and card. If someone contacts you and wants to charge you for getting a number or card, or for any Social Security service, please remember that Social Security services are free. You can report anyone attempting to charge you by calling the Office of the Inspector … Read more
MedicareCard.com Starts a New Blog
Medicarecard.com blog is a helpful public discussion forum for those interested in topics related to medicare, medicaid, and social security. Join the discussion and voice your views.
Extra Help Paying for Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage (Part D)
If you qualify, your drug costs in 2010 will be no more than $2.50 for each generic drug and $6.30 for each brand‑name drug. Look on the Extra Help letters you get, or contact your plan to find out your exact costs.