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To protect identity, the Social Security Administration advises us to not carry our Social Security card.  But, Medicare cards must be carried to obtain medical services and they display the full Social Security number.  What is being done to prevent the theft of SSNs from Medicare cards?

The potential for misuse of SSNs which could result from the need for Medicare recipients to carry their Medicare cards with them is a valid concern.  The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is the federal agency responsible for the Medicare program. 

Since CMS has jurisdiction over the format of Medicare cards, you may wish to refer your inquiry to that agency that Agency for consideration:

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, Maryland 21244-1850

You can also reach CMS on the Internet.