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title: "Social Security Scams – Scam Basics"
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published: 2023-04-08
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# Social Security Scams – Scam Basics

# Scam Basics: Social Security Scams

## Learning The Basics Of Online & Phone Social Security Scams

### Scam Basics - A SCARS Insight

## Social Security Scams

The basics of these Social Security Scams remain essentially the same for most countries. You will need to contact your own government agency if not in the United States.

## Social Security Scams - A Type Of Relationship Scam

The scammer poses as a Social Security Administration (SSA) agent and claims that your Social Security number has been compromised. They may request personal information or ask for payment to resolve the issue.

Social Security scams are fraudulent schemes that involve impersonating government officials or representatives of the Social Security Administration (SSA) to obtain personal information, money, or other valuable assets from unsuspecting victims.

Typically, scammers will contact potential victims through phone calls, emails, or text messages, and they may use tactics such as threatening legal action or suspension of benefits to coerce victims into giving up sensitive information or sending money.

### Some common social security scams include:

- - **Social Security Number Scam** - A caller claims to be an SSA representative and asks for your Social Security number, claiming there is a problem with your account.
- **Benefits Suspension Scam** - A caller claims that your benefits will be suspended unless you provide personal information or make a payment.
- **Medicare Scam** - A caller claims to be an SSA representative and offers free medical equipment or services in exchange for your Medicare information.

It's important to be vigilant and cautious when communicating with anyone who claims to be a representative of the SSA. You should never give out personal information or send money to someone you don't know or trust. If you suspect that you have been targeted by a social security scam, you should report it to the [SSA's Office of the Inspector General](https://oig.ssa.gov/).

[Report Social Security Scams here](https://oig.ssa.gov/report/).