The Social Security Administration will implement new anti-fraud measures impacting how beneficiaries apply for payments. Starting Monday, all phone applications for benefits will undergo identity verification, with claims flagged for fraud requiring in-person verification. This shift has caused panic among beneficiaries fearing loss of payments, leading many to overcrowd local offices seeking clarification. The agency has been inconsistent with its policies, backtracking on rules regarding telephonic claims, which have further escalated confusion over deadlines and requirements for various benefit applications.
The Social Security Administration's new anti-fraud measures, including in-person identity verification, have raised significant concerns about accessibility for beneficiaries relying on their payments.
Under the new policies, all phone applications for benefits will face anti-fraud checks, requiring those flagged to verify identity in person, creating confusion among beneficiaries.
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