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Arizona Social Security Office Status Changes; Online Services Available
The Social Security Administration says operational status has changed for an Arizona local office, card center, or hearing office, and points users to online services for benefits, account management and help.
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Social Security Administration Flags Changed Status at California Offices
Social Security Administration says operational status has changed at California offices, card centers and hearing offices, and points the public to online services including benefit applications, account management and replacement cards.
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Social Security Expands Payee Applicant Interviews in Workload Support Units
The Social Security Administration has updated its Program Operations Manual System, expanding which payee applicant interviews its Workload Support Units can handle, per transmittal GN 00501 TN 11.
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Social Security Administration Reports Changed Status for New York Offices
SSA says operational status of New York Social Security offices, card centers, and hearing offices has changed. It urges online services for benefits, account management, and help.
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SSA Updates Ohio Social Security Office, Card Center, and Hearing Office Status
The Social Security Administration says the operational status of local offices, card centers, or hearing offices in Ohio has changed, and it is directing the public to check status online and use digital services.
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Social Security Administration Updates Florida Office Status, Promotes Online Services
The Social Security Administration says operational status of Florida Social Security offices, card centers, and hearing offices has changed and urges people to check online before visiting.
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SSA Audit Finds 99.997% Accuracy in Newborn SSN Assignments, Identifies 420 Potential Duplicates
An audit by the Social Security Administration's OIG found 99.997% accuracy in newborn SSN assignments, but identified 420 potential duplicate SSNs. The SSA has agreed to review these cases to prevent future improper benefit payments.
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SSA Audit Uncovers Potential Duplicate Social Security Numbers for 420 Infants
A recent audit found 420 infants potentially received multiple Social Security numbers via the SSA's Enumeration at Birth program, raising concerns about benefit payment integrity. The SSA has agreed to review these cases.
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Montana Social Security Offices See Operational Changes, Online Services Encouraged
The Social Security Administration announced changes to its Montana offices' operational status, urging residents to utilize extensive online services for reviewing information, applying for benefits, and managing accounts, often eliminating the need for an in-person visit.
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Hawaii Social Security Offices Update Operational Status, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration announced changes to its Hawaii offices' operational status, urging residents to utilize extensive online services for reviewing information, applying for benefits, managing accounts, and finding help, reducing the need for in-person visits.
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Montana Social Security Offices Update Operational Status, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Montana offices. The agency is encouraging residents to utilize its extensive online services for various tasks, from checking benefit statuses to applying for new benefits, reducing the need for…
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SSA Warns Public of Direct Deposit Scams Tied to Fake Prize Offers
The Social Security Administration warns beneficiaries about a scam where fraudsters demand direct deposit changes to claim fake prizes. This scheme can cut off access to benefits and compromise bank accounts. Never alter direct deposit information due to unsolicited prize…
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Hawaii Social Security Offices Update Operational Status, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration announced changes to Hawaii office operations, urging residents to check status online. Many services, including benefit applications and account management, are available digitally, reducing the need for in-person visits.
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Social Security Administration Updates Florida Office Operations, Promotes Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Florida offices. The agency encourages residents to utilize its extensive online services for managing benefits, applying for new ones, and accessing personal information, reducing the need for in-person visits.
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Social Security Administration Encourages Hawaii Residents to Utilize Online Services Amidst Office Status Changes
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Hawaii offices, urging residents to use online services for benefits, account management, and information access, reducing the need for in-person visits.
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Florida Social Security Offices Update Operational Status, Promote Online Services
Social Security Administration announces updated operational status for Florida offices, encouraging residents to utilize extensive online services for reviewing information, applying for benefits, and managing accounts, reducing the need for in-person visits.
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New York Social Security Offices Announce Operational Status Changes
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its New York offices. The public is encouraged to check online for current information and utilize extensive digital services for benefits, account management, and inquiries, reducing the need for in-person…
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Arizona Social Security Offices Update Operations, Promote Online Services
Arizona Social Security offices have updated their operational status. The SSA encourages residents to utilize extensive online services for benefits, account management, and information, reducing the need for in-person visits.
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Ohio Social Security Offices Update Operations, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration announced operational changes for Ohio offices, urging residents to use extensive online services for benefits, account management, and information access, reducing the need for in-person visits.
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Arizona Social Security Offices Update Operational Status, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Arizona offices. The agency encourages the public to check office status online and utilize a wide range of digital services for benefits, account management, and information, reducing the need…
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New York Social Security Offices Update Operational Status, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its New York offices. The agency encourages the public to utilize extensive online services for managing benefits, applying for aid, and accessing information, reducing the need for in-person visits.
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Social Security Administration Updates Hawaii Office Status, Promotes Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated its Hawaii office status, urging residents to use online services for benefits, account management, and information, reducing the need for in-person visits.
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Social Security Administration Updates New Mexico Office Status, Promotes Online Services
The Social Security Administration announced updated operational statuses for its New Mexico offices. The agency encourages residents to check online and utilize a wide range of digital services for benefits, account management, and information, reducing the need for in-person visits.
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New Mexico Social Security Offices Update Operational Status, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its New Mexico offices. The agency urges the public to check online and utilize its extensive digital services for benefits, account management, and information, reducing the need for in-person visits.
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SSA Updates Policies for Representative Payees and Romania Agreement
The Social Security Administration updated its policies on September 3, 2026. Changes include processing representative payee applications via phone/video and new procedures for the U.S.-Romania Social Security Totalization Agreement, effective September 1, 2026.
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Social Security Administration Updates Ohio Office Status, Promotes Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Ohio offices, encouraging residents to utilize extensive online services for benefits, account management, and information, reducing the need for in-person visits.
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Wisconsin Social Security Offices Update Operational Status, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Wisconsin offices. The agency encourages individuals to utilize extensive online services for benefits, account management, and information review, reducing the need for in-person visits.
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Ohio Social Security Offices Update Operational Status, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Ohio offices. Many services, including benefit applications and account management, are now available online, encouraging citizens to utilize digital resources.
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Illinois Social Security Offices Update Operational Status, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration updates Illinois office statuses, encouraging residents to utilize extensive online services for benefits, account management, and information review, reducing the need for in-person visits.
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Nebraska Social Security Offices Update Operations, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Nebraska offices, urging residents to use online services for benefits, account management, and information access, reducing the need for in-person visits.
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