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  Does Social Security have an 800 number that I can call?
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  Does Social Security have an 800 number that I can call?

When is the best time to call Social Security's 800 number?

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Yes. You can conduct your Social Security business 24 hours a day, including weekends and holidays, by calling our toll-free number, 1-800-772-1213. You can speak to a representative from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on business days. Some of the services available include scheduling an appointment, changing your address, and signing up to send your Social Security check directly to your bank.

You can also use our automated services 24 hours a day to request services such as a replacement Medicare card or Social Security Statement, and a variety of other forms and publications.

Our phone lines are busiest early in the week and early in the month, so if your business can wait, it's best to call at other times. However, if you're planning to file for benefits, you should call us as soon as possible. You can help us serve you better by having your Social Security number handy when you call.

People who are deaf or hard of hearing may call our "TTY" number, 1-800-325-0778, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. on business days.

You can also have pamphlets and other information faxed to you by calling our 24-hour Fax Catalogue number, 1-888-475-7000.


 
 
 
  
 
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