The OIG investigates a variety of situations that may be considered fraud. Examples include when an individual:
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Conceals work activity while receiving disability benefits
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Receives Social Security Benefits for a child not under their care
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Fails to notify SSA of the death of a beneficiary and continues to receive and cash the checks of the deceased
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Conceals their marriage or assets from the Social Security Administration while receiving Supplemental Security Income payments
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Resides overseas and is receiving Supplemental Security Income Payment
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Misuses benefits when acting as a Representative Payee