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What is the acronym for online retirement claim.
IRIB.
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What is the website that businesses register to use?
The BSO (Business Service Online). Business Services Online (BSO) enables organizations and authorized individuals to conduct business with and submit confidential information to the Social Security Administration. You must Register to use this website. Registered users may Request, Activate and Access various BSO services and functions.
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What service is used for online submission of health or school records?
Electronic Records Express. Electronic Records Express is an initiative by state Disability Determination Services (DDS) and Social Security to increase use of electronic options for submitting health records related to disability claims. If a state DDS or Social Security needs additional information about a patient who has filed a claim for Social Security disability, you will receive a letter asking for medical evidence and other relevant health records. The requested information helps the DDS and Social Security determine if your patient qualifies for disability. You can choose the method of sending the information that works best for you.
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!!!Daily Double!!! What is the SSA Multilanguage website?
This website was designed for people who prefer to conduct business with Social Security in a language other than English?
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What is the web address to request an online disability appeal?
www.socialsecurity.gov/disability/appeal
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What do you need in order to do the following: Check information and benefits; Change your address or telephone number; Start or change direct deposit;
A Password for SSA online services.
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What are two services that BSO performs?
1. Reporting Wages to the SSA: Allows you to send forms W-2 and W-2c to Social Security by uploading a specifically formatted electronic file or by directly keying W-2 and W-2c information into an online form. 2. Social Security Number Verification Service (SSNVS) For the purposes of completing W-2 and W-2c SSNVS allows you to complete an online form or submit specifically formatted files to request verification of names and Social Security Numbers of employees of the company for which you work or the company that has hired you to perform this service.
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Use this online tool to find out if you may be eligible for benefits from a program Social Security administers?
The BEST system. Anyone who has access to the Internet can use BEST. Anyone who wants to know if they might be eligible for any benefits Social Security administers can use the BEST. Someone helping a friend, relative, or client can also find out if they may be entitled to any benefits using The Benefit Eligibility Screening Tool (BEST).
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What service is available through SSA to assist non-english speaking individuals?
Interpreter services. We provide free interpreter services to help you conduct your Social Security business. These interpreter services are available whether you talk to us by phone or in the Social Security office. Call our toll-free number, 1-800-772-1213, if you speak Spanish press 2, for all other languages press 1, and stay on the line until a representative answers. An interpreter will be contacted to help with your call. If your business cannot be completed by phone, we will make an appointment for you at a local Social Security office and arrange for an interpreter to be there at the time of your visit.
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How do I report Social Security fraud electronically?
The online fraud report form is e8551. If you suspect Social Security fraud, contact our Office of Inspector General (OIG) use the following method: Use our online Fraud Reporting form via the ssa.gov website. Social Security's Office of Inspector General takes reports of fraud very seriously. Without sufficient identifying information, OIG will be unable to act on your allegation. Therefore, be sure to include as much of the following information as you can when you call: Name, address, telephone number, and Social Security number of the person suspected of fraud. Also include the individual's date and place of birth, father's name, and mother's birth name, if known; A complete description of the potential fraud incident; and Your name, address, and telephone number.
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What are these an example of: 1.You can start your claim immediately. There is no need to wait for an appointment; 2.You can apply from the convenience of your home, or on any computer; and 3.You can avoid trips to a Social Security office, saving you time and money.
They are three advantages for filing a retirement claim online.
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!!!Daily Double!!!! What are two internet verifcation options available through Social Security Number Verification Service (SSNVS)?
There are two internet verification options you can use to verify that your employee names and Social Security numbers match Social Security's records. You can: Verify up to 10 names and SSNs (per screen) online and receive immediate results. This option is ideal to verify new hires. Upload overnight files of up to 250,000 names and SSNs and usually receive results the next government business day. This option is ideal if you want to verify an entire payroll database or if you hire a large number of workers at a time.
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What would you do on the SSA Website to obtain assistance with prescription drug costs?
What is applying for Medicare Part D extra help at www.socialsecurity.gov/i1020 Anyone who has Medicare can get Medicare prescription drug coverage. Some people with limited resources and income also are eligible for Extra Help to pay for the costs - monthly premiums, annual deductibles, and prescription co-payments - related to a Medicare prescription drug plan. The Extra Help is estimated to be worth about $4,000 per year. Many people qualify for these big savings and don't even know it.
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What is the new foreign language that the public can apply for benefits online in?
Social Security Launches New Spanish Online Services at www.segurosocial.gov In addition to the new applications, Social Security has also recently made online estimates of retirement benefits available in Spanish. People interested in planning for retirement can get an immediate, personalized estimate of their Social Security benefit by using the Retirement Estimator at www.segurosocial.gov/calculador.
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What is online address for representative payees for their accounting form?
www.socialsecurity.gov/payee/form? Note: This site allows individuals and organization representatives to file their Representative Payee Report electronically
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What is the online tool used to obtain immediate and personalized estimates of your future retirement benefit.
The Retirement Estimator.
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How do businesses report W-2 and W-2C Wages to SSA?
Through the BSO site you can upload these two forms when reporting wage information to SSA. These forms are a specifically formatted electronic file into a online form. You have the capability to view Submission and report the processing status. If you have received a notice requesting that you resubmit your information, it can be acknowledged online. Additionally, you may ask for a one time 15-day extension to the deadline for resubmitting your wage file.
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!!!Daily Double!!! When are Online Services available?
Online Services are available: Monday-Friday: 5 AM - 1 AM ET Saturday: 5 AM - 11 PM ET Sunday: 8 AM - 11:30 PM ET
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What TV Superstar has agreed to help annouce the New Spanish Online Services at www.segurosocial.gov?
TV Superstar Don Francisco Helps Announce Retirement and Medicare Extra Help Applications. “The Spanish online applications for retirement, Medicare, and Extra Help with Medicare prescription drug costs are so easy and can be completed in as little as 15 minutes,” said Commissioner Astrue. “I’m proud that Social Security is a leader in the Federal government in providing service in Spanish, and I thank Don Francisco for volunteering his time to help spread the word about these new online services.” Don Francisco, who will appear in several new public service announcements for Social Security, said, “I have good news to share with the millions of Americans who prefer to conduct business in Spanish. You can now apply online for Social Security retirement and Medicare benefits in Spanish, as well as take advantage of other online services offered in Spanish at www.segurosocial.gov. ¡Es tan fácil!”
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May 1, 2011 and March 1, 2013 are very important dates to SSI and SSA recipients because of this...
What is,anyone applying for Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits on or after May 1, 2011, will receive their payments electronically, while those already receiving paper checks will need to switch to electronic payments by March 1, 2013?
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If you are within 4 months of age 65 when you file an online retirement application what type of application will be included in the path?
An application for Medicare. Note:If you do not want to start receiving retirement benefits yet, you can use this application just to sign up for Medicare. However, if you have a Health Savings Account (HSA) and/or health insurance based on employment, you may want to ask your personnel office or insurance company how signing up for Medicare will affect you.
500
What is e-News?
For Small Businesses this is a free electronic mail service designed to provide tax information for small business owners and self-employed individuals. It is distributed every other Wednesday. E-News provides the following: *Important upcoming tax dates for SB/SE customers *What's new for small businesses on the IRS Web site *Reminders and tips to assist small businesses/self- employed with tax compliance *IRS News Releases and special IRS announcements that pertain to SB/SE customers *Tax-related information from other federal agencies
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!!!!Daily Double!!!! In light of the Federal Budget the earnings statement has been suspended. One source to acquire retirement information is accessing the Retirement Estimator. There are 3 situations where you cannot use the Retirement Estimator, name them?
1). Individuals currently receiving benefits on their own Social Security record; 2.) Individuals age 62 or older and receiving benefits on another Social Security record; 3.) Individuals eligible for a Pension Based on Work Not Covered By Social Security. Note: If you are currently receiving only Medicare benefits, you can still get an estimate.
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What is the number of foreign languages in which SSA publications are available online?
There are Fifteen languages in which SSA publications are available.
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How long is it estimated to take to complete an online application for Medicare only?
We estimate that completing the application will take between 10 to 30 minutes depending on the number of questions you need to answer. You can save your applicaiton as you go, so you can take a break at any time.