In an effort to limit fraudulent claims, the Social Security Administration will impose tighter identity-proofing measures, requiring millions of recipients and applicants to visit agency field offices rather than over the phone. Beginning March 31, New Yorkers will no longer be able to verify their identity to the SSA over the phone, and those who cannot properly verify their identity over the agency’s “My Social Security” online service will be required to visit an agency field office in person to complete the verification process. Click here to read more on brooklyn.news12.com.
