Social Security Dallas Region

The Dallas Region

Welcome to the Dallas Region's Internet Home Page.  The Dallas Region of the Social Security Administration provides service to the public in the five states of Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas.  There is a structure of 142 offices and three teleservice centers with 4,618 employees to provide service to more than 33 million people (as of the 2000 Census) in 565,122 square miles.  We also service the Navajo Nation in parts of Arizona and Utah.

Each office in the five states offers a full range of public service.  The size of an office is a reflection of variations in the scope and complexity of the individual office workloads and service area demographics.  The offices range in size to those with more than 60 people to remote service centers where one or two people are available on a periodic basis.

The regional office is located in the heart of Dallas and has more than 200 employees.  The Dallas Region is one of 10 regions that geographically divide the country into areas of responsibility for service.

Whether it is getting a Social Security number for a newborn or assisting a person in filing for disability benefits, Social Security employees strive to ensure each person understands their benefits and receives the maximum amount for which they are entitled.  Social Security serves a dual purpose.

First, we are dedicated in accurately reporting earnings to ensure entitlements are correctly figured.  Entitlements to benefits are based on a combination of the years worked and amount of income received for the work.

Secondly, Social Security employees provide service whether it is by telephone through the 800 number (800-772-1213), on-line through the Internet (www.socialsecurity.gov), or a personal office visit.  The goal is for each person to receive accurate information and assistance in requesting benefits.  Social Security employees also assist in requesting Medicare cards and filing for Supplemental Security Income, which is a needs-based program administered by Social Security.

We encourage you to take advantage of our electronic services options.  A wealth of information is only a click away at www.socialsecurity.gov.  Whether it is doing research to answer a question or completing a claim for retirement, our electronic services provide a safe and secure environment to conduct business with Social Security.  We encourage you to explore the many services you can access online.  Our goal is for the Social Security Administration to be there when you need us to provide courteous, accurate, and timely service.  We invite your feedback.

Martha J. Lambie
Regional Commissioner