user: I'm completely confused about direct deposit for my social security benefits. Maybe you can shed some light on this for me.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. Are you already receiving benefits?[NEWLINE]user: No, I am not.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: So you are NOT currently receiving benefits, correct?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I'm not receiving any benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Are you planning to apply then?[NEWLINE]user: No.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you already have an account?[NEWLINE]user: No, I haven't signed up for one yet.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Say, How do I sign up for a Direct Express card?


user: I need some explanations regarding the social security direct deposit.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. Are you already receiving benefits?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I am.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you also have a bank account?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I do.[NEWLINE]agent: Have you started or changed Direct Deposit online Social Security benefits only?[NEWLINE]user: Yes. That'd be the case.[NEWLINE]user: Is having started or changed Direct Deposit online Social Security benefits enough to sign up for direct deposit?[NEWLINE]agent: That is correct.[NEWLINE]user: Is there another viable option than that?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, you could consider the Direct Express debit card as another viable option.[NEWLINE]user: What about contacting my bank? Would that work?


user: I need some help with setting up my social security direct deposit.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. Are you already receiving benefits?[NEWLINE]user: No, not yet.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: So you are currently NOT receiving benefits, correct?[NEWLINE]user: No, actually I am receiving benefits. Sorry, my bad.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Are there any other viable options to set up my direct deposit, other than contacting my bank?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, you can consider the Direct Express debit card as another viable option.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What do I need to consider if I already have a bank account, though?[NEWLINE]agent: You'll need to remember to have your checkbook or a copy of your bank statement with you.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Alright. Back to the card you mentioned: how do I sign up for it?


user: what can you tell me about Social Security Direct Deposit[NEWLINE]agent: Are you receiving benefits?[NEWLINE]user: not[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Not currently receiving benefits?[NEWLINE]user: not[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I use the card to make purchases, pay bills, or get cash at thousands of locations?[NEWLINE]agent: It s quick and easy to sign up for the card. Call the toll - free Direct Express hotline at 1 - 800 - 333 - 1795[NEWLINE]user: If I already receive Social Security or SSI benefits and you have a bank account[NEWLINE]agent: you can sign up for Direct Deposit by :starting or changing Direct Deposit online Social Security benefits only[NEWLINE]user:  can i use the card to make purchases, pay bills or get cash at thousands of locations?[NEWLINE]agent:  It s quick and easy to sign up for the card[NEWLINE]user: If i do n't have an account


user: I need to find out about Medicare Premiums for Higher-Income people.[NEWLINE]agent: In that situation, the law requires an adjustment to your monthly Medicare Part B medical insurance and Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How high does my income have to be?[NEWLINE]agent: If you file your taxes as married, filing jointly and your MAGI (total adjusted gross income and tax-exempt interest income) is greater than $170,000, you'll pay higher premiums for your Part B and Medicare prescription drug coverage.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What income ranges exist?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you a high income earner?[NEWLINE]user: Yes.[NEWLINE]agent: In that case, you'll pay an additional premium amount for Medicare Part B and Medicare prescription drug coverage. We call the additional amount the income-related monthly adjustment amount.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I disagree with the amount I'm supposed to pay?[NEWLINE]agent: On a previous ruling, you don't need to file an appeal if you're requesting a new decision because you experienced one of the events listed and, it made your income go down, or if you've shown us the information we used is wrong.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if my income isn't greater than $170,000?


user: I came here looking for information on medicare premiums. Perhaps you can help me out.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. The law requires an adjustment to your monthly Medicare Part B medical insurance and Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums. This affects less than five percent of people with Medicare. Most people don't pay higher premiums.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Well, that's interesting. What can you tell me about monthly medicare premiums in 2020?[NEWLINE]agent: The standard Part B premium for 2020 is $ 144.60.[NEWLINE]agent: Are you single and filed an individual tax return, or married and filed a joint tax return?[NEWLINE]user: No, to both. I didn't file a tax return yet.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I earn a lot less money now and fulfill the requirements for a new decision?[NEWLINE]agent: In that case we need to see documentation verifying the event and the reduction in your income. The documentation you provide should relate to the event and may include a death certificate, a letter from your employer about your retirement, or something similar.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How can I find more information about what Medicare covers?[NEWLINE]agent: Simply visit the Medicare website, or call 1-800-MEDICARE 1-800-633-4227;  TTY 1-877-486-2048. Your State Health Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program SHIP also can help answer your Medicare questions.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I'll visit the website, alright. Is there anything I should know if you are still using my 2017 tax year data?


user: I have a few questions about medicare premiums. It'd be great if you could answer them.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. The law requires an adjustment to your monthly Medicare Part B medical insurance and Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums. This affects less than five percent of people with Medicare. Most people don't pay higher premiums.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if the deducted amount is greater than my monthly social security payment?[NEWLINE]agent: In that case you'll get a separate bill from another federal agency, such as the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services or the Railroad Retirement Board.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I see. And what are the monthly medicare premiums for 2020?[NEWLINE]agent: The standard Part B premium for 2020 is $ 144.60.[NEWLINE]agent: Are you single and filed an individual tax return, or married and filed a joint tax return?[NEWLINE]user: No, to both.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What else can you tell me about my tax return?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to know how we determine your 2020 income-related monthly adjustment amounts?[NEWLINE]user: Sure, why not?


user: I'd like to learn more about medicare premiums, please.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. The law requires an adjustment to your monthly Medicare Part B medical insurance and Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums. This affects less than five percent of people with Medicare. Most people don't pay higher premiums.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if my income isn't greater than the limits stated on your website?[NEWLINE]agent: In that case this law does not apply to you.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: And what if I don't get monthly payments at all?[NEWLINE]agent: Then you'll get a separate bill from another federal agency, such as the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services or the Railroad Retirement Board.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if my income has become less due to the current crisis?[NEWLINE]agent: Has your income gone down due to any situation, and does the change make a difference in the income level we consider?[NEWLINE]user: No, not really.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: One final question: do I need to file an appeal if I'm asking for a new decision, because I now earn less?


user: I'm a bit confused about a few things regarding medicare premiums. Could you explain how it works, please?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. The law requires an adjustment to your monthly Medicare Part B medical insurance and Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums. This affects less than five percent of people with Medicare. Most people don't pay higher premiums.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Where can I find additional information on what Medicare covers?[NEWLINE]agent: For additional information you should visit the Medicare website, or call 1-800-MEDICARE 1-800-633-4227; TTY 1-877-486-2048. Your State Health Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program SHIP also can help answer your Medicare questions.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I see. What can you tell me about my tax return?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to know how we determine your 2020 income-related monthly adjustment amounts?[NEWLINE]user: No, thank you.[NEWLINE]agent: Are we using your 2017 tax year data?[NEWLINE]user: No, my tax data is up to date.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if my income doesn't exceed the limits on your website?


user: I have so many questions about medicare premiums, I don't even know where to begin.[NEWLINE]agent: No problem. First you should know that the law requires an adjustment to your monthly Medicare Part B medical insurance and Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums. This affects less than five percent of people with Medicare. Most people don t pay higher premiums.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can you tell me how you determine my 2020 income-related monthly adjustment amounts when it comes to tax return?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. We use your most recent federal tax return the IRS provides to us. Generally, this information is from a tax return filed in 2019 for tax year 2018. Sometimes, the IRS only provides information from a return filed in 2018 for tax year 2017.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I see. What if my income has increased?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a higher income?[NEWLINE]user: No? No, just forget it. I didn't mention anything like that.[NEWLINE]user: Well, if I WAS a higher income beneficiary with Medicare prescription drug coverage, what would that entail?[NEWLINE]agent: You'd pay monthly premiums plus an additional amount, which is based on what you report to the IRS. Because individual plan premiums vary, the law specifies that the amount is determined using a base premium.[NEWLINE]user: And regarding the premiums, what if you determine I was a higher-income beneficiary?


user: Hello there. What can you tell me about medicare premiums?[NEWLINE]agent: The law requires an adjustment to your monthly Medicare Part B medical insurance and Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums. This affects less than five percent of people with Medicare. Most people don t pay higher premiums.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I suddenly earn a lot more at my work?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a higher income now?[NEWLINE]user: No, I'm just asking.[NEWLINE]user: What would you do if you determine that I'm a higher-income beneficiary, anyway?[NEWLINE]agent: You'd pay a larger percentage of the total cost of Part B based on the income you normally report to the Internal Revenue Service IRS. You'd pay monthly Part B premiums equal to 35, 50, 65, 80, or 85 percent of the total cost, depending on what you report to the IRS.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I amended my tax return?[NEWLINE]agent: In that case, if it changes the income to determine the income-related monthly adjustment amounts your MAGI, you should inform us about it.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: And if I'm a higher-income beneficiary, what happens then?


user: Hello, can you tell me more about the Rules for beneficiaries with higher incomes?[NEWLINE]agent: It is noteworthy that the law requires an adjustment to your monthly health insurance.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I must pay more for Medicare prescription drug coverage?[NEWLINE]agent: You should contact the Centers for Medicare Services to make a correction.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Perfect, can you give me more information on the subject?[NEWLINE]agent: It is important that you search for information about the monthly adjustment amounts related to income.[NEWLINE]user: What is the process to apply for Medicare Part A or B?[NEWLINE]agent: Look for more information on the Medicare Resources website.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What is the monthly adjustment related to 2020 income?[NEWLINE]agent: The most recent federal tax return provided by the IRS is important.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Which beneficiaries does this plan cover?


user: Hello, what is the Medicare Premiums?[NEWLINE]agent: Mainly The law requires an adjustment to your monthly Medicare Part B health insurance and Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What benefit are they granting?[NEWLINE]agent: It is noteworthy that the government pays a substantial part of the given benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What is the process to calculate the monthly adjustment?[NEWLINE]agent: Para calcular tal ingreso utilizamos su declaración de impuestos federales más reciente que nos proporciona el IRS.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Perfector, what else can you tell me about it?[NEWLINE]agent: It is important to note that this law does not apply to you.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: In which case would that happen?[NEWLINE]agent: If your income has decreased due to various cases.[NEWLINE]user: It all depends on income?


user: Hi, can you tell me the rules for beneficiaries with higher incomes?[NEWLINE]agent: It is important to note that most people do not pay higher premiums.[NEWLINE]user: What is Medicare Part B monthly health insurance?[NEWLINE]agent: According to the law, an adjustment to your insurance is required.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What happens if you file taxes as married?[NEWLINE]agent: You will have to pay higher premiums for your coverage.[NEWLINE]user: For this purpose do they use the federal tax return?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course, it is also worth noting that they use the most recent that the IRS provides us.[NEWLINE]agent: You generally have to pay higher premiums.[NEWLINE]user: Well, what else can you tell me?[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if income has decreased?


user: Hello there. Can you please answer a few questions I have about Medicare premiums?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. The law requires an adjustment to your monthly Medicare Part B medical insurance and Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums. This affects less than five percent of people with Medicare. Most people don't pay higher premiums.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: And what if I amended my tax return?[NEWLINE]agent: If it changes the income to determine the income - related monthly adjustment amounts your MAGI, let us know. We'll take care of it.[NEWLINE]user: And what if we use the 2017 tax year data?[NEWLINE]agent: If you filed a return for tax year 2018 or did not need to file a tax return for tax year 2018, call us or visit any local Social Security office. We'll update our records.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Where can I find information about all this?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want more information about the income-related monthly adjustment amounts or to apply for Medicare Part A or B?[NEWLINE]user: No, not specifically. I was just asking in general.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Say, what if I'm single and filed an individual tax return?


user: what are the rules for beneficiaries with higher incomes[NEWLINE]agent:  The law requires an adjustment to your monthly Medicare Part B medical insurance and Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums. This affects less than five percent of people with Medicare[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If my spouse remarried and lived with me at any time during the tax year, but filed a separate tax return, what should I do?[NEWLINE]agent:  the following chart applies to you[NEWLINE]user:  If i re single and filed an individual tax return, or married and filed a joint tax return[NEWLINE]agent: the following chart applies to you[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If  my Income Has Gone Down?[NEWLINE]agent: If your income has gone down due to any of the following situations, and the change makes a difference in the income level we consider[NEWLINE]user: it's not my case[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: we use your most recent federal tax return the IRS provides to us?


user: Hello, I would like to know the Rules for beneficiaries with higher incomes[NEWLINE]agent: Of course The law requires an adjustment to your monthly Medicare Part B health insurance and Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums. This affects less than five percent of people with Medicare. Most people do not pay higher premiums.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I disagree with your decision about the monthly adjustment?[NEWLINE]agent: If you disagree with our decision about monthly adjustment amounts related to your income?[NEWLINE]user: it is right[NEWLINE]agent: in that case you have the right to appeal. The fastest and easiest way to file an appeal of your decision is online. You can file online and provide documents electronically to support your appeal.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and should i pay higher premiums?[NEWLINE]agent: In that case, we will send you a letter with your premium amount and the reason for our determination.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and could you tell me what will be the monthly Medicare Premium for 2020[NEWLINE]agent: The standard Part B premium for 2020 is $ 144.60.[NEWLINE]user: What should I do if I filed a joint tax return?


user: what can you tell me about Medicare Premiums: Rules For Higher-Income Beneficiaries[NEWLINE]agent:  The law requires an adjustment to your monthly Medicare Part B medical insurance and Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: ow Social Security Determines You Have a Higher Premium[NEWLINE]agent: Social Security uses the most recent federal tax return the IRS provides to us.[NEWLINE]agent:  you must pay higher premiums?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: we use a sliding scale to calculate the adjustments, based on your modified adjusted gross income MAGI.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: how to learn more?[NEWLINE]agent:  For more information about the income - related monthly adjustment amounts or to apply for Medicare Part A or B[NEWLINE]user: it's not my case[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If I must pay higher premiums?[NEWLINE]agent: we use a sliding scale to calculate the adjustments, based on your modified adjusted gross income MAG[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If my income has decreased what are the possible cases


user: What are Medicare Premiums: Rules for Higher Income Beneficiaries[NEWLINE]agent: The law requires an adjustment to your monthly Medicare Part B medical insurance and Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums. This affects less than five percent of people with Medicare. Most people don t pay higher premiums[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How Social Security Determines You Have a Higher Premium[NEWLINE]agent: Social Security uses the most recent federal tax return the IRS provides to us.[NEWLINE]agent: you must pay higher premiums[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent:  we use a sliding scale to calculate the adjustments, based on your modified adjusted gross income MAGI[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If i Have a Higher Income[NEWLINE]agent: you ll pay monthly premiums plus an additional amount, which is based on what you report to the IRS. Because individual plan premiums vary, the law specifies that the amount is determined using a base premium[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: if i income isn t greater than the limits described above[NEWLINE]agent: this law does not apply to you[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How to determine monthly adjustment amounts related to 2020 income?


user: What are the Rules for higher income beneficiaries?[NEWLINE]agent: The law requires an adjustment to your monthly Medicare Part B medical insurance and Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums.  This affects less than five percent of people with Medicare. Most people don t pay higher premiums[NEWLINE]user: I need more information[NEWLINE]agent:  Most people don t pay higher premiums[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How much are the monthly Medicare Premiums for 2020?[NEWLINE]agent: The standard Part B premium for 2020 is $ 144.60[NEWLINE]agent:  you re single and filed an individual tax return, or married and filed a joint tax return?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: the following chart applies to you[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If i filed a federal income tax return for the year in question[NEWLINE]agent: you need to show us your signed copy of the return. Use Form Medicare Income - Related Monthly Adjustment Amount Life - Changing Event to report a major life - changing event.[NEWLINE]user: If i filed a federal income tax return for the year in question


user: What are the steps in the process of applying for disability for a child?[NEWLINE]agent: After you have reviewed the Child Disability Starter Kit which answers common questions about applying for SSI benefits for children, then you should work on the worksheet that will help you gather the information that you will need.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you need assistance completing the application process?[NEWLINE]user: I do.  This is all very confusing to me and I want to ensure that I do this right.[NEWLINE]agent: You can take your time doing this.  After you start a Child Disability Report you can always use your re-entry number to return to working on the report online.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there a way to find all the necessary information in order to apply for disability for a child?[NEWLINE]agent: You will need to complete and Application for Supplemental Security Income and a Child Disability Report.  The report collects information about the child's disabling condition and how it affects his/her ability to function.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What are the steps in the application process?[NEWLINE]agent: You need to fill out the online Child Disability Report.  At the end of this report, we will ask you to sign a form that gives the child's doctor permission to give us information about his/her disability.[NEWLINE]user: What is the signature at the end of the report for?[NEWLINE]agent: That is for you to give the child's doctor permission to give us information about his/her disability.[NEWLINE]user: If I need further help with this, is there a TTY number that I can use for assistance?


user: Can you walk me through the steps I should take when applying for disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. First you should review the Child Disability Starter Kit. This kit answers common questions about applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for children.[NEWLINE]user: What if I need additional help with my application?[NEWLINE]agent: In that case you can call us toll-free at 1-800-772-1213.[NEWLINE]user: By the way, does the starter include a worksheet?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, it includes a worksheet that will help you gather the information you need.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you require a phone number for people who are deaf or hard of hearing?[NEWLINE]user: No, thanks. I don't know how you get that idea.[NEWLINE]user: So, back to the topic at hand. What should I do after I have reviewed the kit and contacted social security?[NEWLINE]agent: You should fill out the online Child Disability Report. At the end of the report, we will ask you to sign a form that gives the child's doctor permission to give us information about his/her disability.[NEWLINE]user: But I should contact social security before that, right?


user: I need some help with the application process for disability benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. First of all, you should review the Child Disability Starter Kit. This kit answers common questions about applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for children.[NEWLINE]agent: Do want to do your child disability report offline or do you need help?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, to both.[NEWLINE]agent: In that case you can call us toll-free at 1-800-772-1213.[NEWLINE]user: By the way, does the starter kit include a worksheet?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, it includes a worksheet that will help you gather the information you need.[NEWLINE]agent: Are you deaf or hard of hearing?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, unfortunately I'm hard of hearing.[NEWLINE]agent: In that case you can call our toll-free TTY number, 1-800-325-0778.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Perfect. Is there anything else I should know when applying for a child?


user: Hello, can you please walk me through the steps of a child disability application?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. First of all, you should review the Child Disability Starter Kit. This kit answers common questions about applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for children, and includes a worksheet that will help you gather the information you need.[NEWLINE]agent: Do want to do the Child Disability report offline or do you need help?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, both would be great.[NEWLINE]agent: In that case you can call us toll-free at 1-800-772-1213.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Great! Do I need to make an appointment for my application?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes. Please contact us by phone or in person to schedule an appointment to complete the SSI application. We will help you in person or by phone.[NEWLINE]user: Will do. What else should I know before my application?[NEWLINE]agent: You will need to complete an Application for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) AND a Child Disability Report. The report collects information about the child 's disabling condition and how it affects his/her ability to function. At this time, only the Child Disability Report can be completed online.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Do you also have a number for those hard of hearing? I can't hear well.[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, simply call our toll-free TTY number, 1-800-325-0778.[NEWLINE]user: What should I do after I talked to social security?


user: Hello, do I need information related to the requirements to apply for disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Please review the kit this answers common questions about applying for Supplemental Security Income benefits for children.[NEWLINE]agent: If you need help in relation to the subject, you can inform me.[NEWLINE]user: I really require I require information on the subject, what does the online report consist of?[NEWLINE]agent: It is important to review the steps to see if you apply to benefits.[NEWLINE]user: If you have problems with deafness or have hearing problems?[NEWLINE]agent: You can contact 1 - 800 - 325 - 0778 and request information related to the topic.[NEWLINE]user: Is it necessary to give permission to the child's doctor to give us information about his disability?[NEWLINE]agent: Sure, it's of utmost importance in addition to completing the Online Child Disability Report.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What should I know regarding the topic?[NEWLINE]agent: It is important that it collects highlights information about the child's disabling condition and how it affects their ability to function.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can you explain what is the Starter Kit for disabled children?


user: Hi, can you tell me what it takes to apply for disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: It is important that you have knowledge about the Starter Kit for disabled children.[NEWLINE]agent: You can be advised to fill in the information online.[NEWLINE]user: You can be advised to fill in the information online.[NEWLINE]agent: You can call us at 1 - 800 - 772 - 1213 and you can help us here.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Perfect, and what else can you tell me?[NEWLINE]agent: It is important to fill out the SSI Supplemental Security Income Application and a Child Disability Report.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What is the SSI application process?[NEWLINE]agent: We recommend that you CONTACT Social Security immediately to find out if the income and resources of the parents and child are within the allowed limits, this information is vital to the process.[NEWLINE]user: Is the child's information required about his disability?[NEWLINE]agent: This information is important, in addition to completing the online Child Disability Report.[NEWLINE]user: What if you are deaf or hard of hearing?


user: What is required to apply for disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Sure, you're mainly asked to check the Starter Kit for Disabled Children.[NEWLINE]agent: If you require advice with the online report you can tell us.[NEWLINE]user: What does this online process consist of?[NEWLINE]agent: If the child has a disability related to deafness or has hearing problems, you must report it through an online registration.[NEWLINE]user: Okay, what else can you tell me about it?[NEWLINE]agent: To be more explicit in the information you can call us at 1 - 800 - 325 - 0778.[NEWLINE]user: By calling 1 - 800 - 772 - 1213 will you answer any questions regarding disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: When calling this number, you will be given all the instructions on the steps to follow.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What is the SSI request?[NEWLINE]agent: You can be advised when completing the application, call the number given and request an appointment to carry out such a process.[NEWLINE]user: Is a Child Disability Report required?


user: Hello, what is the disability benefit plan?[NEWLINE]agent: Look for information in the Starter Kit for Disabled Children.[NEWLINE]agent: If you need help to make the report online you can contact us.[NEWLINE]user: Can you give me more information on the subject?[NEWLINE]agent: Disabilities include deafness or hearing problems.[NEWLINE]user: Okay, what else should you know about it?[NEWLINE]agent: For more information you can call us at 1 - 800 - 325 - 0778.[NEWLINE]user: Can you tell me what is the Starter Kit for disabled children?[NEWLINE]agent: It aims to answer common questions about applying for Supplemental Security Income benefits for children.[NEWLINE]user: Calling the number can you help me regarding the issue?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course.[NEWLINE]user: Do I have to look for Social Security information?


user: What are the steps to apply for child disability?[NEWLINE]agent: First you should review the Child Disability Starter Kit because it will answer common questions  about applying for Supplemental Security Income benefits for children and it has a worksheet which is helpful when gathering info.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you know what to do if you do not want to do the report online or need help?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I know what to do.[NEWLINE]agent: The number to call us is toll free at 1-800-772-1213.[NEWLINE]user: What time am I able to talk to a representative?[NEWLINE]agent: You can call a representative Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.[NEWLINE]user: What if  I am deaf or hard of hearing?[NEWLINE]agent: You can call our toll-free TTY number at 1-800-325-0778.[NEWLINE]user: How would I know if my income and resources are within the allowed limits?[NEWLINE]agent: You would need to contact Social Security right away to learn if your income and resources of the parents and the child are in the allowed limits.[NEWLINE]user: Once we know if the income is in the limits what should we do?


user: Hello, please let me know what requirements are required to apply for disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Before starting this process it is important to review the Starter Kit for disabled children.[NEWLINE]agent: You also have to fill out the report online.[NEWLINE]user: Can you advise me on that process please?[NEWLINE]agent: Sure, you can call 1 - 800 - 772 - 1213 to seek advice.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Perfect, can you give me more information regarding the subject?[NEWLINE]agent: Call the contact number and make an appointment to complete the SSI application.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: By contacting you can you help me?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course, call to seek all the respective advice on the subject.[NEWLINE]user: In the case of being deaf or hard of hearing?[NEWLINE]agent: Call 1 - 800 - 325 - 0778 to request information on the subject.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What is the process to apply for disability benefits for a child?


user: Hi. I need some information about how to apply for a disabled child. The process is a bit complicated.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. First you should review the Child Disability Starter Kit. This kit answers common questions about applying for Supplemental Security Income SSI benefits for children, and includes a worksheet that will help you gather the information you need.[NEWLINE]agent: Did you contact Social Security to find out whether the income and resources of the parents and the child are within the allowed limits, and to start the SSI application process?[NEWLINE]user: No, I came here right away. For information, like I said.[NEWLINE]agent: Did you review the Child Disability Starter Kit?[NEWLINE]user: No. I've never even heard about it before.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: So what do I need to do to apply for a child?[NEWLINE]agent: You will need to complete an Application for Supplemental Security Income SSI AND a Child Disability Report. The report collects information about the child 's disabling condition and how it affects his/her ability to function. At this time, only the Child Disability Report can be completed online.[NEWLINE]user: Well, I understand that, but can I do this over the phone, too? I don't think I can manage without guidance.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. Please contact us by phone or in person to schedule an appointment to complete the SSI application. We will help you in person or by phone.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: That'd be wonderful! So, what if I decide to fill out everything online? Would that work?


user: I could use some information about how to apply for disability benefits for a child.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. You should review the Child Disability Starter Kit. This kit answers common questions about applying for Supplemental Security Income SSI benefits for children, and includes a worksheet that will help you gather the information you need.[NEWLINE]agent: Did you contact Social Security to find out whether the income and resources of the parents and the child are within the allowed limits, and to start the SSI application process?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I talked to them.[NEWLINE]user: Say, what if I don't want to do my Child Disability Report online?[NEWLINE]agent: In that case you can call us toll-free at 1-800-772-1213.[NEWLINE]user: Do you have a number for those hard of hearing too?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. If you are hard of hearing, call our toll-free TTY number, 1-800-325-0778.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Great, I wrote it down. What else do I need to consider to apply for a child?[NEWLINE]agent: You will need to complete an Application for Supplemental Security Income SSI AND a Child Disability Report. The report collects information about the child 's disabling condition and how it affects his/her ability to function. At this time, only the Child Disability Report can be completed online.[NEWLINE]user: And I can contact you by phone, right?


user: I need some help with an application for a disabled child.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. First you should review the Child Disability Starter Kit. This kit answers common questions about applying for Supplemental Security Income SSI benefits for children, and includes a worksheet that will help you gather the information you need.[NEWLINE]agent: Did you contact Social Security to find out whether the income and resources of the parents and the child are within the allowed limits, and to start the SSI application process?[NEWLINE]user: No, I haven't.[NEWLINE]agent: Have you reviewed the Child Disability Starter Kit then?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I have taken a look at it.[NEWLINE]user: What if I don't want to do this disability report online?[NEWLINE]agent: In that case you can call us toll - free at 1 - 800 - 772 - 1213.[NEWLINE]user: And what if I need additional help?[NEWLINE]agent: In that case you can also call us toll - free at 1 - 800 - 772 - 1213.[NEWLINE]user: Do you have a number for those hard of hearing? I have some issues with that.


user: If I apply for a child (under 18 years old) for Disability benefits, what are the steps?[NEWLINE]agent: REVIEW the Child Disability Starter Kit. This kit answers common questions about applying for Supplemental Security Income SSI benefits for children, and includes a worksheet that will help you gather the information you need.[NEWLINE]agent: do you want to contact social security?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]user: Should I fill out a report?[NEWLINE]agent: If the Child Disability Report online. At the end of the report, we will ask you to sign a form that gives the child's doctor permission to give us information about your disability.[NEWLINE]user: If i do not want to do this report online or you need help[NEWLINE]agent:  you can call us toll - free at 1 - 800 - 772 - 1213.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How to request a To request a child[NEWLINE]agent: You will need to complete an Application for Supplemental Security Income SSI AND a Child Disability Report[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If i are deaf or hard - of - hearing


user: If Applying for a child (under 18) what are the steps for Disability benefits[NEWLINE]agent: REVIEW the Child Disability Starter Kit. This kit answers common questions about applying for Supplemental Security Income SSI benefits for children, and includes a worksheet that will help you gather the information you need[NEWLINE]agent: Did you CONTACT Social Security right away to find out if income?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]user: What else do I need to know?[NEWLINE]agent: and resources of the parents and the child are within the allowed limits, and to start the SSI application process[NEWLINE]user: How do I fill out the Online Child Disability Report?[NEWLINE]agent: At the end of the report   we will ask you to sign a form that gives the child 's doctor permission to give us information about his / her disability[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: only the Child Disability Report can be completed online?[NEWLINE]agent: Please contact us by phone or in person to schedule an appointment to complete the SSI application. We will help you in person or by phone.[NEWLINE]user: To apply for a child?


user: If Applying for a child (under 18) what are the steps for Disability Benefits[NEWLINE]agent:  REVIEW the Child Disability Starter Kit. This kit answers common questions about applying for Supplemental Security Income SSI benefits for children, and includes a worksheet that will help you gather the information you need[NEWLINE]agent: Did you contact Social Security right away to find out if the income?[NEWLINE]user: not[NEWLINE]agent: check the Starter Kit for disabled children?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: To apply for a child?[NEWLINE]agent: You will need to complete an Application for Supplemental Security Income SSI AND a Child Disability Report[NEWLINE]user: only the Child Disability Report can be completed online?[NEWLINE]agent: Please contact us by phone or in person to schedule an appointment to complete the SSI application[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If i are deaf or hard - of - hearing


user: Hey, I need an explanation regarding my social security credits.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. You must earn at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work and pay Social Security taxes.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Well, it's a bit complicated. I'm disabled and need to know how many credits I need for social security.[NEWLINE]agent: To name an example, if you become disabled at age 27, you would need 3 years of work 12 credits out of the past 6 years between ages 21 and 27.[NEWLINE]user: Alright, but what if I'm statutorily blind?[NEWLINE]agent: In that case you must only meet the duration of work test.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How many credits do I need for retirement benefits if I was born in 1983?[NEWLINE]agent: You need 40 credits to qualify for retirement.[NEWLINE]user: I see. Is there anything else you can tell me about the credits I need for retirement?[NEWLINE]agent: Were you born after 1928?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I said so before. In 1983.


user: I need to know how many social security credits I need to qualify for benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: You must earn at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work and pay Social Security taxes.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I work and pay social security taxes?[NEWLINE]agent: In that case you earn up to a maximum of four credits per year.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I see. And how many credits do I need for disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you eligible for disability benefits?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I fulfill all conditions.[NEWLINE]agent: Then you must meet a recent work test and a duration work test.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I earn more credits than I need?[NEWLINE]agent: These extra credits do not increase your benefit amount. The average of your earnings over your working years counts, not the total number of credits you earn.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How many credits do I need for retirement benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Were you born after 1928?


user: You can answer a few questions I have about social security credits. I'd like to know how many I require to qualify for certain benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. You must earn at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work and pay Social Security taxes.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Alright, and what are those credits based on?[NEWLINE]agent: Credits are based on your total wages and self-employment income for the year. You might work all year to earn four credits, or you might earn enough for all four in much less time.[NEWLINE]user: How else do I earn credits then? Are there any resources on that?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes. You can read our publication, "How You Earn Credits," for more information.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Okay. So how many credits do I need for disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Are you eligible for disability benefits?[NEWLINE]user: No, but curious about this.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: So, tell me, what happens if I don't reach the minimum amount of credits?


user: How many social security credits do I need to get benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You must earn at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits.[NEWLINE]user: Alright, and how do I earn those credits?[NEWLINE]agent: You earn Social Security credits when you work and pay Social Security taxes.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I'm statutorily blind and I'm facing a work test?[NEWLINE]agent: In that case you must only meet the duration of work test.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: That's good to know. Back to the credits. Does the number of credits decide the amount of benefits I get?[NEWLINE]agent: The number of credits does not affect the amount of benefits you receive. It only determines if you are eligible or not. You do not get extra benefits for earning more than the minimum number of credits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How much do I need to earn to get a credit?[NEWLINE]agent: The amount of earnings it takes to earn a credit may change each year. In 2020, you earn one Social Security or Medicare credit for every $ 1,410 in covered earnings each year. You must earn $ 5,640 to get the maximum four credits for the year.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: And how many credits do I need for retirement benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Were you born after 1928?


user: You can tell me how many social security credits I require to get benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. You must earn at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work and pay Social Security taxes.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: 40 it is. So what do I need to do to be eligible for disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You must meet a recent work test and a duration work test.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Back to those credits: do extra credits increase the amount of benefit I get?[NEWLINE]agent: These extra credits do not increase your benefit amount. The average of your earnings over your working years counts, not the total number of credits you earn.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Let's say I got disabled at 27, how many credits would I require for the disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You would need 3 years of work, 12 credits out of the past 6 years between ages 21 and 27.[NEWLINE]user: How many credits would I need to pass the work test?[NEWLINE]agent: The number of credits necessary to meet the recent work test depends on your age.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Okay, I get that. How do I earn credits then?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you work and pay Social Security taxes?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, to both.


user: Can you tell me about social security credits?[NEWLINE]agent: You will have to earn at least 40 social security credits to get benefits for social security.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How are many credits are earned each year?[NEWLINE]agent: You can earn up to a maximum of four credits per year as you earn and pay social security taxes.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I am statutorily blind?[NEWLINE]agent: Then you only need to meet the duration of work test.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What happens if I do not get enough credits?[NEWLINE]agent: We will not be able to give you benefits when you don't make enough credit and we use the amount of credits you earned to determine your eligibility for retirement or disability benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: will the amount of earnings to make a credit change?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, it could change from year to year; but in 2020 you will earn one credit per every $1,410 each year and in turn must make $5,640 to get your full four credits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What is the total of credits need for retirement benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: We you born after 1928?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I was born after 1928.


user: Hi, I need to know what is the Social Security Credits?[NEWLINE]agent: 40 Social Security credits are required to qualify for Social Security benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can you give me more information on the subject?[NEWLINE]agent: There is a Table that explains how many years of labor credits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is it required to pay Social Security taxes?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course, you also earn Social Security credits when you work.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I imagine that applies to when you work and pay Social Security taxes.[NEWLINE]agent: You can earn a maximum of four credits per year.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How many credits are needed for disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: They are required to be eligible for disability benefits.


user: Hi, can you give me information related to Social Security Credits?[NEWLINE]agent: As a first step to qualify you must have at least 40 Social Security credits.[NEWLINE]user: Can you earn Security credits by paying taxes?[NEWLINE]agent: When you work and pay taxes you choose to earn credits that can be used.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How many credits do you need for retirement benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: It depends on some factors.[NEWLINE]user: Can you explain more about it?[NEWLINE]agent: Sure, you need 40 credits to qualify for retirement.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Does the amount of credits affect the amount of benefits you receive?[NEWLINE]agent: It does not affect it but it is important to determine if you are eligible or not.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can this vary each year?


user: Hi, I need to apply for Social Security Credits, can you advise me?[NEWLINE]agent: You must meet various requirements to achieve this end, such as having at least 40 Social Security credits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Okay, what else can you tell me about it?[NEWLINE]agent: You can earn up to a maximum of four credits per year, which is the main requirement to qualify for the credit.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What would happen if it is a legal blindness?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course, there is no recent proof of work requirement.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How much profit can vary?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course, it is also worth noting that you must earn $ 5,640 to obtain the maximum of four credits per year.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How many credits are required for retirement benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: It depends if you were born after 1928.[NEWLINE]user: Can you tell me more about that?


user: Hello, can you tell me what the Social Security Credits consist of?[NEWLINE]agent: It is essential that you must obtain at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify, among other things.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can you tell me the number of credits needed to achieve this end.[NEWLINE]agent: You need to highlight several to be eligible for such benefits.[NEWLINE]user: What other requirements are necessary to be eligible?[NEWLINE]agent: You must have a recent proof of work and a lasting proof of work.[NEWLINE]user: Perfect, you can follow me commented on the subject.[NEWLINE]agent: In addition, it is important to highlight that you would need 3 years of work and 12 credits from the last 6 years between the ages of 21 and 27.[NEWLINE]user: What if you are legally blind?[NEWLINE]agent: In this case you only have to comply with the duration of the proof of work.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Perfect, what else should I know?


user: Hello there. Could you answer some questions about my social security credits, please? I don't quite understand them.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. You must earn at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work and pay Social Security taxes.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I see. How exactly are credits earned?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you work and pay Social Security taxes?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, of course.[NEWLINE]agent: In that case you earn up to a maximum of four credits per year.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What requirements do I need to fulfill to be eligible for disability benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: To be eligible, you must meet a recent work test and a duration work test.[NEWLINE]user: What about blindness? How am I supposed to do the recent work test?[NEWLINE]agent: In that case there is not a recent work test requirement.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Alright, good to know. And how many credits do I need for retirement?[NEWLINE]agent: Were you born after 1928?


user: Hello, I would like to know about Social Security Credits[NEWLINE]agent: of course You must obtain at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work and pay Social Security taxes.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and can you please indicate the number of credits needed for survivors benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: The number of credits needed for family members to be eligible for survivor benefits depends on their age when they die. The younger you are, the less credits needed.[NEWLINE]agent: Are you already receiving retirement or disability benefits at the time of your family member's death?[NEWLINE]user: Si ya estoy recibiendo beneficios de jubilación[NEWLINE]agent: If you are already receiving retirement or disability benefits at the time of your death, we will pay your survivors based on that right. We will not have to determine your credits again.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If the person was born after 1928, how much credit does she need?[NEWLINE]agent: you need 40 credits to qualify for retirement.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: can profit change?[NEWLINE]agent: The amount of earnings needed to obtain a credit may change each year. In 2020, you earn a Social Security or Medicare credit for every $ 1,410 in covered earnings each year. You must earn $ 5,640 to earn a maximum of four credits per year.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and what requirements do I need to meet to be eligible for disability benefits?


user: Hello, I would like to obtain information about Social Security Credits[NEWLINE]agent: Of course You must earn at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work and pay Social Security taxes.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and How are the credits obtained?[NEWLINE]agent: When I work, do you pay Social Security taxes?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: In that case, earn up to a maximum of four credits per year.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What do I need to qualify for Social Security benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You must obtain at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work and pay Social Security taxes.[NEWLINE]user: And can I earn more benefits if I have more credit?[NEWLINE]agent: The number of credits does not affect the amount of benefits you receive. It only determines if you are eligible or not. You do not get additional benefits for earning more than the minimum number of credits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and on what are the credits based?


user: Hello, I would like to obtain information about Social Security Credits[NEWLINE]agent: Of course You must earn at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work and pay Social Security taxes.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What do I need to qualify for Social Security benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: want to know what you need to do to be eligible for disability benefits?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: You must complete a recent work test and a duration work test.[NEWLINE]user: And what should I know about the duration of the test?[NEWLINE]agent: your work does not have to fall within a certain period. The table only provides an estimate of how many work credits you need. It does not cover all situations.[NEWLINE]user: and recent work required When it comes to legal blindness?[NEWLINE]agent: there is no recent proof of work requirement.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: can you tell me how the credits are obtained[NEWLINE]agent: Do you pay Social Security taxes?


user: what can you tell me about Social Security Credits[NEWLINE]agent:  You must earn at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work and pay Social Security taxes[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user:  If i are statutorily blind?[NEWLINE]agent: you must only meet the duration of work test[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What is the Number of credits needed for retirement benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: if I was born after 1928?[NEWLINE]user: yes it is my case[NEWLINE]agent: you need 40 credits to qualify for retirement[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user:  you might earn more credits than the minimum number you need to be eligible for benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: These extra credits do not increase your benefit amount. The average of your earnings over your working years,s [24] not the total number of credits you earn[NEWLINE]user: What are the credits based on?


user: Hello, I would like to obtain information about Social Security Credits[NEWLINE]agent: Of course You must earn at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work and pay Social Security taxes[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: And if I have more credit, will my benefits increase?[NEWLINE]agent: These additional credits do not increase your benefit amount. The average of your earnings during your working years, not the total number of credits you earn[NEWLINE]user: How are the credits obtained?[NEWLINE]agent: do you pay Social Security taxes?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: In that case, earn up to a maximum of four credits per year.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and how much credit should i get?[NEWLINE]agent: You must obtain at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I am legally blind?


user: Hello, can you give me the phone numbers to request benefits to retirees?[NEWLINE]agent: You can call 1 - 800 - 772 - 1213 TTY 1 - 800 - 325 - 0778 at certain times.[NEWLINE]agent: Can I make several requests by phone?[NEWLINE]user: Perfect, and in relation to retiree benefits?[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: It is recommended to apply online, the process is easier.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course, you can also file an application over the phone or at a Social Security office.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What is the process to withdraw the application?[NEWLINE]agent: It is noteworthy that you have up to 12 months to withdraw your request, of course if you change your mind.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Where can you obtain more information?[NEWLINE]agent: You can visit Appeal a decision, to further expand the information.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if you don't live in the United States?


user: Hello, do I need to know if I can apply for benefits at the nearest local office?[NEWLINE]agent: I recommend you do most of your business with Social Security online, it is easier.[NEWLINE]agent: You can also use various online services to achieve this end.[NEWLINE]user: Perfect, you can provide me more that information.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Where you can find more information.[NEWLINE]agent: Be aware that you will receive a letter in the mail knowing our response.[NEWLINE]agent: Sure, always If you included information about other family members when you applied.[NEWLINE]user: You can tell me more about this topic.[NEWLINE]agent: Stay tuned, we will inform you if they can receive benefits from your application.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if you can't check your status online?


user: Can I make the request by phone?[NEWLINE]agent: I can contact us at 1 - 800 - 772 - 1213 TTY 1 - 800 - 325 - 0778.[NEWLINE]agent: Call at certain times for this purpose.[NEWLINE]user: Can I apply over the phone?[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I appeal a decision?[NEWLINE]agent: It is noteworthy that you must request an appeal in writing within 60 days of receiving our decision.[NEWLINE]user: Where can I find more information?[NEWLINE]agent: It is noteworthy that you visit Appeal a decision?[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is it important to highlight Apply for retirement benefits online?[NEWLINE]agent: It is important that you apply for retirement benefits online.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if you don't live in the United States?


user: Hi, do I need information that is needed to apply for retirement benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You have to be prepared to provide information regarding various aspects, your Social Security number, among other things.[NEWLINE]agent: In this way you prepare to apply for benefits.[NEWLINE]user: Perfect, what else do I need to know?[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Does the online application have to be signed?[NEWLINE]agent: Clear. You also have an opportunity to review their responses and make changes.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: When do you start receiving retirement benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: It is important information to provide.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What is the Federal Benefits Unit?[NEWLINE]agent: You must Contact the Federal Benefits Unit of your country of residence if you want to apply for benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: When completing all the information you must confirm that their answers are true.


user: Hello, I wonder once you have applied to the benefit, what should I do?[NEWLINE]agent: After you complete the process, we will review it and contact you if we have any questions. Be aware if you are asked for any other document.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If you are not eligible, can you appeal to the decision?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course, you must also request a written appeal within 60 days of receiving our decision.[NEWLINE]agent: It is important that you search for information on the subject.[NEWLINE]user: Where can I find more information?[NEWLINE]agent: You can search for titles referring to Appeal a decision.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What are the steps to apply online?[NEWLINE]agent: You have to follow a series of steps to achieve this end.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Do I need information on how to include other family members when I applied?[NEWLINE]agent: Watch for us to let you know if you can receive benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What requirements should I bring?


user: Hello, can I Apply for retirement benefits through your local office?[NEWLINE]agent: We recommend that you do everything related to Social Security online.[NEWLINE]agent: If we cannot carry out such a process, we can offer you other alternatives.[NEWLINE]user: Perfect, what else do I need to know?[NEWLINE]agent: You can locate your local Social Security office can help you file your application.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Where can I find more information?[NEWLINE]agent: Pending as you will receive a letter in the mail with our decision.[NEWLINE]user: What would happen if you included information about other family members?[NEWLINE]agent: This pending to be informed d qualifies such a process.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What else do I need to know?[NEWLINE]agent: It is important to note that you can check the status of your application online.[NEWLINE]user: What if I can't perform such verification?


user: I have questions about applying for retirement benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: I can help you with that. You can apply by phone at 1-800-772-1213 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.[NEWLINE]agent: Are you interested in applying by phone?[NEWLINE]user: Yes.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How will I receive a response if I apply by phone?[NEWLINE]agent: Once you apply, you should receive a letter in the mail explaining whether you are approved or not.[NEWLINE]agent: Will you be including information about other family members when you apply?[NEWLINE]user: Yes. My husband.[NEWLINE]agent: In that case, we can let you know if your husband is eligible for benefits, as well.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is it possible to check the status of my application?[NEWLINE]agent: Absolutely. You can check the status of your application online using your my Social Security account.[NEWLINE]agent: Are you able to go online?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I can.


user: I'm applying for retirement benefits and need to know what information I'll need.[NEWLINE]agent: I can help you with this. The first thing you will need is your social security number.[NEWLINE]agent: Have you began applying for your benefits already?[NEWLINE]user: Yes. I'm in the process of completing it right now.[NEWLINE]agent: Okay. If you haven't already done so, be sure to gather the documents listed on our Checklist for Online Medicare, Retirement, and Spouses Application.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I include information about my family members when I apply?[NEWLINE]agent: We will use the information from your application to let you know if they are also eligible for benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I have difficulty seeing. Is it okay to have my daughter help me fill out my application?[NEWLINE]agent: Absolutely, but only you can legally sign the application.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: My husband already receives benefits. Can I apply to receive benefits on his record?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes. You may be able to receive retirement benefits on his record.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is it still okay for my daughter to help me if I apply online?


user: Could you please give me some information on how to apply for benefits if I am not currently living in the U.S.?[NEWLINE]agent: You would need to contact the Federal Benefits Unit for your country of residence if you live outside the U.S. or a U.S. territory and wish to apply for retirement benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Are you attempting to begin a retirement account?[NEWLINE]user: I am not yet.  I am just seeking information to prepare myself for my retirement as the time draws nearer.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What are the alternatives to checking my status online?[NEWLINE]agent: We have 1-800 telephone and TTY numbers that you will be able to use to check your status once your application has been submitted.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can you give me any information about finalizing the application process and signing the online application?[NEWLINE]agent: Before you sign the online application, you will have a chance to review your answers and make any necessary changes.  Once you have filled everything out, we will ask you to confirm that your answers are true to the best of your knowledge and then you can sign the application and submit.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I include information with my application for other family members at the same time?[NEWLINE]agent: If you have included information about other family members when you applied, we will let you know if they may be able to receive benefits from your application.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What is the question that I will be asked before I electronically sign the application?


user: What happens once I have replied for retirement benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Once you application has been received, it will be reviewed and we will contact you if we have any questions.  We may request additional documents from you before we can process your application.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Where can I get information about my right to appeal a decision?[NEWLINE]agent: There are four levels of appeal including reconsideration by staff, a hearing before an administrative law judge, a review by Social Security Appeals Council, and a review by federal courts.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How can I check the status of my application?[NEWLINE]agent: You can use our 1-800 telephone or TTY numbers to check the status of your application.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I apply as a spouse for retirement benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: You may be able to receive retirement benefits on your spouse or former spouse's record or your spouse or family member may be able to receive benefits on your record if they qualify.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How will I know of a response to my application?[NEWLINE]agent: You will receive a letter in the mail with our decision.[NEWLINE]agent: Did you include information about other family members when you applied?[NEWLINE]user: I did.


user: How do I access retirement benefits over the phone?[NEWLINE]agent: Call 1 - 800 - 772 - 1213 TTY 1 - 800 - 325 - 0778 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday[NEWLINE]agent: do you want to apply by phone?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can you give me some tips for using the online application?[NEWLINE]agent: We ve worked hard to make applying online as simple as possible while also keeping your information safe[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: how to look for the answer?[NEWLINE]agent: You ll receive a letter in the mail with our decision[NEWLINE]agent:  you included information about other family members when you applied?[NEWLINE]user: not[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: how to withdraw my application


user: how to apply retirement benefits[NEWLINE]agent: Applying online is the easiest way to complete your application at a time that works for you, without a trip to the Social Security office[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to know the online application?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent:  Follow these steps to apply online :To start your application, go to our Apply for Benefits page, read and agree to the Terms of Service[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I need help to apply online[NEWLINE]agent: You may help someone else fill out their application, but you are not allowed to sign it for them. Only the person applying for benefits can legally sign the application[NEWLINE]user: If I can't sign online[NEWLINE]agent: we will mail them a copy to sign. Read more about Helping Someone Apply Online.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What Is An Account?[NEWLINE]agent: Online Services[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How do I start my application now


user: Hello, I would like you to help me know how to apply for retirement benefits.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course Applying online is the easiest way to complete your application in a time that works for you, without having to go to the Social Security office. You can also file an application over the phone or at a Social Security office. This section will inform you about the different options.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to apply online?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to apply at your local office?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: It is important to know that you can do most of your business with Social Security online.[NEWLINE]user: And how can I do if I can't use these services online?[NEWLINE]agent: If you can't use these services online, your local Social Security office can help you apply. Although our offices are closed to the public, the employees of those offices are helping people over the phone.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and what are you going to do when I complete everything?[NEWLINE]agent: Once you have completed everything, we will ask you to confirm that your answers are true to the best of your knowledge.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: And how will you know when they make a decision?


user: Hello, I would like to know what happens after I send my retirement application?[NEWLINE]agent: Once we receive your request, we will review it and contact you if we have any questions. We may request additional documents from you before we can process your request.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What do I do if I can't check my status online?[NEWLINE]agent: If you can't verify your status online, you can call us at 1 - 800 - 772 - 1213 TTY 1 - 800 - 325 - 0778 from 8:00 a.m. at 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and by what means will they give the answer to the request?[NEWLINE]agent: You will receive a letter in the mail with our decision.[NEWLINE]agent: Did you include information about other family members when you applied?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: We will let you know if they can receive benefits from your request.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: And how is it done in the event that someone wants to withdraw their application?...[NEWLINE]agent: in that case You have up to 12 months to withdraw your application, if you change your mind. You will be asked to repay any benefits you have already received.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: where can I get more information?


user: Hello, I would like to know what to do once I have applied?[NEWLINE]agent: Once we receive your request, we will review it and contact you if we have any questions. We may request additional documents from you before we can process your request.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How can I check the status of the request?[NEWLINE]agent: You can check the status of your application online using your personal my Social Security account.[NEWLINE]agent: can't verify your status online?[NEWLINE]user: If I find it difficult to verify it online[NEWLINE]agent: in that case you can call us at 1 - 800 - 772 - 1213 TTY 1 - 800 - 325 - 0778 from 8:00 a.m. at 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What do I do while preparing to apply for benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: First gather the documents listed on our Medicare, Retirement & Spouse Online Application Checklist. Instructions on how to submit your documents will appear at the end of the online application.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: where can I get more information?[NEWLINE]agent: visit Appeal a decision.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How do I request the benefit?


user: Hello, I would like to know if I can apply for retirement at the local office?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, but you should know that you can do most of your business with Social Security online.[NEWLINE]user: I cannot use these online services[NEWLINE]agent: If you can't use these services online, your local Social Security office can help you apply. Although our offices are closed to the public, the employees of those offices are helping people over the phone.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How can I check the status of the request?[NEWLINE]agent: You can check the status of your application online using your personal my Social Security account.[NEWLINE]agent: can't verify your status online?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and give me information about the other family members that I included in the application?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course we will inform you if they can receive benefits from your request.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: And how do you do if someone wants to withdraw your application?


user: Hi, could you tell me what original documents do I need to get a Social Security Card?[NEWLINE]agent: of the immigration state?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to know the immigration status of your child in the United States?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]user: What if they can't identify the child in their records?[NEWLINE]agent: You must show us an identity document with your child's previous name as shown in our records. We will accept an identity document in your child's old name that has expired.[NEWLINE]user: What if I don't have one of these specific documents?[NEWLINE]agent: Have you updated your Employee Identification Card?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: and the US Passport?[NEWLINE]user: yes. also my document is expired is it useful?


user: Hello, I would like to know what original documents do I need to obtain a Social Security Card?[NEWLINE]agent: for US Citizenship?[NEWLINE]user: What happens if I don't present the birth certificate?[NEWLINE]agent: if you do not have a birth certificate we will consider other documents such as your child's passport or a document issued by DHS as evidence of your child's age.[NEWLINE]user: ask for the US passport?[NEWLINE]agent: we can accept certain documents as proof of US citizenship including the US passport[NEWLINE]user: What if I don't have one of these specific documents?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have the Employee Identification Card?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: and the US Passport?[NEWLINE]user: and how do I do if my son lived outside the United States for a long time?


user: hi i want to apply for the original card for a non-citizen child[NEWLINE]agent: In general, only non-citizens who have permission to work from the DHS Department of Homeland Security can apply for a Social Security number[NEWLINE]user: What if my child does not have permission to work?[NEWLINE]agent: See "If your child does not have permission to work" for more information. "If your child does not have permission to work" for more information[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What do I do if I don't have one of these specific documents?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have the Employee Identification Card?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: and the school ID card?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: Does the Health Insurance Card have a Medicare Card?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: and the United States Military Identification Card?[NEWLINE]user: neither


user: Hello, I would like to know what original documents do I need to obtain a Social Security Card?[NEWLINE]agent: for US Citizenship?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to know what to do if you cannot present your birth certificate?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]user: What do I do if I don't have one of these specific documents?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have the Employee Identification Card?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: and US passport?[NEWLINE]user: Do you want to know the necessary documents for proof of identity?[NEWLINE]agent: We can only accept certain documents as proof of identity.[NEWLINE]user: Could you consider other documents apart from the birth certificate?


user: Hello, I would like to know what original documents do I need to obtain a Social Security Card?[NEWLINE]agent:  for US Citizenship?[NEWLINE]user: What do I do if I don't have one of these specific documents?[NEWLINE]agent: in that case we will consider other documents such as your child's passport or a document issued by the DHS Department of Homeland Security as evidence of your child's age.[NEWLINE]user: What do I do if I don't have one of these specific documents?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have the Employee Identification Card?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: and the school ID card?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: and Health insurance card not a Medicare card?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: and the American Military Identification Card?[NEWLINE]user: neither


user: Hello, I would like to know what original documents do I need to obtain a Social Security Card?[NEWLINE]agent: for Immigration status?[NEWLINE]agent: want to test your child's immigration status in the United States?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: that could reduce the amount of my child's benefits?[NEWLINE]agent: Prevent your child's wages from being properly recorded in your child's Social Security record, which can reduce the amount of your child's future Social Security benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Which immigration documents are acceptable?[NEWLINE]agent: Among the documents are I-766 Employment Authorization Document, EAD, DHS Work Permit.[NEWLINE]user: What do I do if I don't have one of these specific documents?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have the Employee Identification Card?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: then you can prove your identity with the US Passport.[NEWLINE]user: and if the document is expired?


user: Hello, I would like to know what original documents do I need to obtain a Social Security Card?[NEWLINE]agent: want to get citizenship[NEWLINE]agent: You have not yet established your US citizenship with us?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and if the document is expired?[NEWLINE]agent: We cannot accept a receipt showing that you requested the document. All documents must be current, not expired.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What do I do if I don't have one of these specific documents?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have the Employee Identification Card?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: and the school ID card?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: then we can verify your identity with the US Passport[NEWLINE]user: What if I have not updated any document with my old name?


user: Hello, I would like to know what original documents do I need to obtain a Social Security Card?[NEWLINE]agent: want to get citizenship[NEWLINE]agent: You have not yet established your child's US citizenship with us?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]user: Can I verify my identity with the state issued Non-Driver Identification Card?[NEWLINE]agent: yes you can verify with your state issued Non-Driver Identification Card[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and if the document is expired?[NEWLINE]agent: All documents must be current, not expired.[NEWLINE]user: and can I submit copies of the document?[NEWLINE]agent: You must present original documents or copies certified by the agency that issued them.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What do I do if I don't have one of these specific documents?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have the Employee Identification Card?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: In that case you can verify your identity with the US Passport.[NEWLINE]user: What if I don't have an ID in my child's name?


user: I came here looking for a list of original documents I need. Can you tell me which documents I require?[NEWLINE]agent: We'll need a proof of citizenship, for example.[NEWLINE]agent: Have you already established your child's U.S. citizenship with us?[NEWLINE]user: No, I haven't.[NEWLINE]user: Which documents could I use to prove my son's name change?[NEWLINE]agent: A court order approving the name change would be sufficient.[NEWLINE]user: What if I am missing one of the required documents and can't replace them?[NEWLINE]agent: That depends. Do you have an employee identification card?[NEWLINE]user: No, sorry.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a school identification card?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, we do have one of those.[NEWLINE]agent: Then you'll only need a U.S. passport and that should be enough.[NEWLINE]user: What if I don't have the old name of my child on any of those though?


user: Hello, I would like to know what original documents do I need to obtain a Social Security Card?[NEWLINE]agent: want to get citizenship[NEWLINE]user: What do I do if I don't have one of these specific documents?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have the Employee Identification Card?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: and the school ID card?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: and the Health Insurance Card not a Medicare card?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: the American Military Identification Card?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: en ese caso puede verificar su identidad con el Pasaporte estadounidense[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and I can request the original Card for a US born adult.?


user: Hello, I would like to know what original documents do I need to obtain a Social Security Card?[NEWLINE]agent: want to get citizenship[NEWLINE]agent: You have not yet established your US citizenship with us?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: We need to see proof of your US citizenship. We can only accept certain documents as proof of US citizenship. These include a birth certificate or US passport.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and if the document is expired?[NEWLINE]agent: All documents must be current, not expired.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What do I do if I don't have an identity document with my previous name?[NEWLINE]agent: We can accept an unexpired ID in your new name, as long as we can properly establish your identity in our records.[NEWLINE]user: What do I do if I don't have one of these specific documents?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have the Employee Identification Card?[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent:  in that case you can verify your identity with the US Passport[NEWLINE]user: and if the person is under 18 years old?


user: Hello, I would like to know what original documents do I need to obtain a Social Security Card?[NEWLINE]agent: want to get citizenship[NEWLINE]agent: You have not yet established your US citizenship with us?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]user: What do I do if I don't have one of these specific documents?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have the Employee Identification Card?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: the school ID card?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: Health insurance card not a Medicare card?[NEWLINE]user: no[NEWLINE]agent: and the American Military Identification Card?[NEWLINE]user: no


user: Hello, I would like to know which documents I need to apply. Can you help me?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. You'll need a proof of U.S. citizenship, to begin with.[NEWLINE]agent: Have you NOT established your U.S. citizenship with us?[NEWLINE]user: No, I already established my citizenship with you.[NEWLINE]user: Say, what if I lack one of the other required documents?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have an employee identification card?[NEWLINE]user: No, I have no such card. Why?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a school identification card?[NEWLINE]user: No, sorry.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a health insurance card not a Medicare card?[NEWLINE]user: No, I have none of those.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a U.S. military identification card?[NEWLINE]user: No.


user: Hello there. I was wondering what original documents I need to apply. It's all a bit complicated.[NEWLINE]agent: Let's talk about the immigration status, to begin with.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to prove your child's U.S. immigration status?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I have to.[NEWLINE]agent: Did you fill out form I-551 Lawful Permanent Resident Card, Machine Readable Immigrant Visa?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I have that form right here.[NEWLINE]user: What if I'm missing one of the other documents and can't replace them?[NEWLINE]agent: That depends. Do you have an employee identification card?[NEWLINE]user: No, unfortunately not.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a school identification card?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I have one.[NEWLINE]agent: Then you'll only need a U.S. passport in addition to that.[NEWLINE]user: What if my daughter has a social security number already?


user: Hello, I need to check my VA claim.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. You can check the status of a VA claim or appeal online.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Great. Can I use this tool?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have any free accounts?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, I have a Premium My HealtheVet account.[NEWLINE]agent: Cool. That is enough to be able to use this tool.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I don t see a document I sent to VA as evidence. Can you help me?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, of course.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I upload documents online to support your initial claim?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes. You can[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: can I  use this tool to check the status of a claim or appeal for VA health cares?


user: I wanted to know how I check the status of my VA benefits appeal[NEWLINE]agent: We can help you find out how to check the status of a VA claim or appeal online.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and can I get a number I can call?[NEWLINE]agent: You can call 800-827-1000 Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. ET.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: can you help me if I need to send in more documents?[NEWLINE]agent: We can help you upload documents online to support your initial claim, but please note that you can't upload documents online to support an appeal.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: how do I check online how my appeal is going?[NEWLINE]agent: Go to your " My VA " dashboard. You will find the link for this dashboard in the top right corner of the page once you are signed in scroll down to the " Track Claims " section and you will find what you need.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: and I need to be registered already or can I google sign -in or something?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a Premium My HealtheVet account,  a Premium DS Logon account, or a verified ID.me account?


user:  how do I check the status of a VA claim or appeal online[NEWLINE]agent: sure no problem.  Check your VA claim or appeal status[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Once I am signed in ho do I check my appeal?[NEWLINE]agent: No problem I can help.  Go to your " My VA " dashboard in the upper right corner. then scroll to Track claims.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is the tool okay for me to use?[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a premium my healthevet account?[NEWLINE]user: no.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: With the tool, what can I track?[NEWLINE]agent: You can use this tool to check the status of a VA claim or appeal for compensation[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I dont see a document I sent to Va what do I do?[NEWLINE]agent: This might be because certain documents wont appear online[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: what if I print or download anything is my info proteccted?


user: Hi there, I'm looking to find out how I can check on a VA claim of VA appeal?[NEWLINE]agent: You can check the status of both these things online[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: If I use this website to check a VA claim or appeal, will my personal information be protected?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, your information is protected as the website is secure. We have strict security policies and practices which are there to protect your personal health information[NEWLINE]agent: Have you printed or downloaded anything from the website?[NEWLINE]user: No I haven't[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I am checking my VA claim online and I don't see a certain document that I sent as being listed and received?[NEWLINE]agent: There are certain documents that will not appear online, a list of which is available[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is there anywhere I can go for further information on checking either my VA claim or appeal?[NEWLINE]agent: You can contact the following number 800-827-1000, which is open Monday through Friday, from 8.00 a.m. to 9.00 p.m.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What documents that I send will not be available to view online?


user: I was wondering if it is possible to check the status of my VA claim online?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes you can check the status of your VA claim online as well as an appeal for compensation.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Is it possible to track other types of claims and appeals with the online tool?[NEWLINE]agent: You can use the tool to check the status of a claim or appeal for other benefits such as VA health care and education benefits.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Okay so I have registered for online updates and to use the tool. I have signed in but don't know how to check my VA claim status. Could you please help me with this?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes I can help. Once  you have signed in go to "My VA" dashboard. You will find the link for this dashboard in the top right corner of the page. Once on My VA dashboard scroll down to the "Track Claims" section. Click on Track Claims and there you will find a summary of your claim.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What account do I have to  have to use the tool?[NEWLINE]agent: To use the tool you will need a Premium My HealtheVet account or a Premium DS Logon account used ofr eBenefits and milConnect. Any one of these accounts can be opened free of charge.[NEWLINE]user: I don't have one of these accounts, is there any other way to use the tool?[NEWLINE]agent: As mentioned you will need to have one of these free accounts. Either a Premium My HeatheVet account or a Premium DS Logon account used for eBenefits and milConnect.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I sent documents to VA as evidence but I don't see one of them listed on my account?[NEWLINE]agent: Not all documents appear online.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What is the charge for an account so that I can use the tool?[NEWLINE]agent: There is no charge to open account in order that you can use the tool.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Once I have an account what types of claims can I track using the tool?


user: Hello there, I need some information regarding my appeal status.[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. Do you want to find out how to check the status of a VA claim or appeal online?[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Actually, can you explain to me how to use this online tool?[NEWLINE]agent: Gladly. To use this tool, you'll need to have either a free Premium My HealtheVet account or a free Premium DS Logon account used for eBenefits and milConnect.[NEWLINE]user: I already have a Premium My HealtheVet account. That will do?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, a Premium My HealtheVet account will do just fine.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: So... if I use this tool, will my private information be safe?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, this is a secure website. We follow strict security policies and practices to protect your personal health information.[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to print or download anything from the website?[NEWLINE]user: No, not at all. That was never my intention.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: But tell me, can I somehow contact you if I have more questions?


user: Hey, I just wanted to check on an appeal.[NEWLINE]agent: Then you are in the right place. Here you can find out how to check the status of a VA claim or appeal online.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Good. I've read that you have a tool for this, is that right?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes. Do you want to use this tool?[NEWLINE]user: No, that is not necessary now. Just some information would be great.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I noticed that I don't see all of the documents I sent to VA online. Are some of them missing?[NEWLINE]agent: Please do not worry. This may be because certain documents won't appear online.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I won't see all documents you say?[NEWLINE]agent: Correct. You can view anything you filed online and any evidence to support your initial claim though.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: That's what I thought. And that tool of yours, does it let me take a look at the status of an appeal too?


user: how do you Check your VA claim or appeal status[NEWLINE]agent:  Find out how to check the status of a VA claim or appeal online[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I use this tool?[NEWLINE]agent: do you have any of the following accounts? A Premium My HealtheVet account,  or      A Premium DS Logon account used for eBenefits and milConnect, [26] or      that you can create here on VA.gov A verified ID.me account[NEWLINE]user: yes[NEWLINE]agent: ok then log into one of those accounts[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What types of claims and appeals can I track with this tool?[NEWLINE]agent: you can Track your :   Disability compensation including claims based on special needs like an automobile or clothing allowance[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Once I m signed in, how do I check my VA claim or appeal status?[NEWLINE]agent:  Go to your " My VA " dashboard[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can i use it to track my veterans os survivors pension?


user: Hello. I would like to file an appeal to a veterans law judge and need some information. Can you help me?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. If you need help with filing an appeal, you can download VA Form 10182: Board Appeal PDF.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]agent: Would you like to know if you qualify for a board appeal?[NEWLINE]user: Yes, that'd be really nice.[NEWLINE]agent: You can request a board appeal after an initial claim, supplemental claim, or higher-level review decision. You can't request 2 board appeals in a row.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Alright, I get that. Who is going to review my appeal once I filed it?[NEWLINE]agent: A judge at the Board of Veterans Appeals in Washington, D.C., will review your case.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: I see. And what if I want them to review a decision? What is the time limit to request a review?[NEWLINE]agent: You have 1 year from the date on your decision to request a decision review, unless you have a fiduciary claim or a multiple party claim.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Thanks, that was helpful. So if I disagree with a decision of the board, I can contest it, right?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, if you have new and relevant evidence that supports your case, you can file a Supplemental Claim. You can also appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What do I need to consider if I want to present new evidence?[NEWLINE]agent: For more information on this, you can download VA Form 20 - 0995: Supplemental Claim PDF.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Will do. One more question, if VA schedules an exam for me, do I need to attend it?


user: hi i need help about VA Decision Review and Appeals[NEWLINE]agent: Do you have a calendar?[NEWLINE]user: do not[NEWLINE]user: Do you have 1 year to request the review?[NEWLINE]agent: If you have 1 year from the date of your decision to request a review of the decision, unless you have a fiduciary claim or a multi-party claim.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I have more questions?[NEWLINE]agent: Get answers to frequently asked questions about decision reviews. Go to frequently asked questions[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Can I request a Board Appeal?[NEWLINE]agent: You can request a Board Appeal after an initial complaint, a supplemental complaint, or a higher level review decision. You cannot request 2 Board Appeals in a row.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What should I do after I make the request?[NEWLINE]agent: You don't need to do anything while you wait, unless VA sends you a letter asking for more information.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: And for the Appeal before a veterans law judge, which form should I fill out?


user: Hi, recently i had a revision and i would like to know about options for that, please.[NEWLINE]agent: No problem. You can add new and relevant evidence and file a supplemental claim; ask for a new look from a senior reviewer or appeal to a veterans law judge requesting a board appeal.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: How much time i have to do that?[NEWLINE]agent: You have 1 year from the date on your decision to request a decision review.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Oh, o.k, and can i request a higher level review?[NEWLINE]agent: Sure, you can request one, but be aware that option isn't available after a higher level review or board appeal.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: O., i understand. Say, after that, can i track my claim's status?[NEWLINE]agent: Indeed, you can do that.[NEWLINE]user: Great, that's pretty nice. And what's next on these process?[NEWLINE]agent: Well, you'll have to wait, just that. After a time, you'll receive a letter from VA.[NEWLINE]agent: Have VA scheduled you for an exam?[NEWLINE]user: Yeah, in fact they have scheduled me for that.


user: Hello. I need to know what to do to request a review from a senior reviewer.[NEWLINE]agent: For more information on this you should download VA Form 20-0996: Higher - Level Review (PDF).[NEWLINE]agent: Do you want to request a higher-level review?[NEWLINE]user: No, at least not right now.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: This is more about evidence. Evidence we didn't have before, my case has been decided this way, because we weren't able to provide the evidence that was needed. Now we finally dug it up. Can I add it to the case?[NEWLINE]agent: Of course. When you're adding new evidence that supports your case, a reviewer will look at all the evidence and determine whether it changes the decision.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I have more questions about the process?[NEWLINE]agent: You can easily get answers to frequently asked questions about decision reviews, just visit our FAQs.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: On your page, yes. I've read them before, they are very helpful. But they didn't mention what would happen if I requested another review. Can you explain this to me, please?[NEWLINE]agent: Gladly. You could ask for another review of the same evidence. A senior reviewer will take another look at your case and determine whether the decision can be changed based on a difference of opinion or an error that VA made.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: What if I just request a board appeal?