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How do I notify SSA of a death?

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How do I notify SSA of a death?

You should give the funeral home the deceased person’s Social Security number if you want them to make the report. If you need to report a death or apply for benefits, call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778). You can speak to a Social Security representative between 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Who notifies SSA of a death?

representative payee
A representative payee — a person or organization appointed by Social Security to manage benefit payments for someone no longer able to do so — is also responsible for reporting a beneficiary’s death as part of their larger duty to notify Social Security of any event affecting that person’s payments.

What happens when a Social Security disability recipient dies?

If the deceased was receiving Social Security benefits, you must return the benefit received for the month of death and any later months. Request that any funds received for the month of death or later be returned to Social Security. Benefits received by check must be returned to Social Security as soon as possible.

How do I report a death to the VA?

Reporting a Veteran’s Death

  1. If the veteran was receiving disability compensation or a pension, call the Veterans Benefits Administration at 1-800-827-1000.
  2. If the veteran was enrolled in a VA-sponsored life insurance policy, call the VA at 1-800-669-8477.

Does Social Security notify IRS of death?

Social Security – The Social Security Administration (SSA) should be notified as soon as possible when a person dies. In most cases, the funeral director will report the person’s death to the SSA. The funeral director has to be furnished with the deceased’s Social Security number so that he or she can make the report.

Do veterans receive a death benefit?

Starting one year after the time of death, the survivor is entitled to a full survivor’s pension if the veteran was receiving a pension of 48% or greater. Children and other qualified dependents may also qualify for benefits following a pensioner’s death. Please contact VAC for more information.