Does Social Security call you robocall?
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Does Social Security call you robocall?
Our employees will never threaten you for information or promise a benefit in exchange for personal information or money. We may call you in some situations, but will never: Threaten you.
What happens if you lie to Social Security?
Indeed, it is a criminal offense to knowingly provide a fraudulent application to the Social Security Administration (SSA) for any type of disability benefits. If caught, you could face hefty fines of up to $250,000 and/or spend up to 5 years in jail.
Does SSA call you about suspicious activity?
The SSA will never call you regarding your account, even if suspicious activity has been recorded. If you receive a phone call from someone claiming to represent the SSA, the call is most likely a scam and you should hang up and report the call directly to the SSA.
How do I report a suspicious phone call from Social Security?
Social Security and the Office of Inspector General (OIG) take these scams very seriously. We do everything we can to stop the perpetrators and educate the public. To report suspicious activity, please call the OIG Hotline at 1-800-269-0271.
How are the first 3 digits of your social security number determined?
The first three (3) digits of a person’s social security number are determined by the ZIP Code of the mailing address shown on the application for a social security number. Prior to 1973, social security numbers were assigned by our field offices.
Does Social Security call you to tell you your number is compromised?
It’s also important to know that the SSA will never call you about a problem with your Social Security number or email or text photos purporting to be official identification, said Social Security Inspector General Gail Ennis.
What do the first 3 numbers of your Social mean?
Area Number
The nine-digit SSN is composed of three parts: The first set of three digits is called the Area Number. The second set of two digits is called the Group Number.
