How to Get Your Own Records.

Understanding SSA Certification of Records Pursuant to § 403.155

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As an advocate, it is essential to understand the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) certification process for records disclosed pursuant to 20 CFR parts 401 and 402, and this part. Section 403.155 of the Code of Federal Regulations outlines the process for requesting and obtaining certified copies of SSA records. https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/403/403-0155.htm Under § 403.155, the SSA […]

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Fee Schedule for FOIA Records and Services: A Comprehensive Breakdown

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Welcome to our blog post where we’ll be discussing the fee schedule for providing records and related services under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/402/402-0165.htm In this post, we’ll cover the various fees and charges associated with different types of records and services. Let’s dive right in! 1. Manual Searching or Reviewing of Records

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Understanding § 402.145: Responding to FOIA Requests for Records”

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In this blog post, we provide an overview of how government agencies respond to requests for records under the Freedom of Information Act, specifically focusing on § 402.145. https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/402/402-0145.htm The section lays out the procedures that agencies must follow when responding to FOIA requests, including retrieving records, furnishing records, and creating new records. We explain that

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How to Request a Record Under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).

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Welcome to our blog where we will discuss § 402.130, which outlines how to request a record under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/402/402-0130.htm The FOIA provides individuals with the right to access information held by the federal government. It is important to note that not all information is available under FOIA, as there are

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Materials Available for Inspection and Copying at Social Security District and Branch Offices

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The Social Security Administration (SSA) is a government agency responsible for administering the Social Security program in the United States. https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/402/402-0055.htm As part of its efforts to provide information to the public, the SSA maintains district offices and branch offices throughout the country. Section 402.55 of the SSA’s regulations outlines the materials that are available

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Understanding the Freedom of Information Act and Disclosure of Public Records

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If you’ve ever wanted access to information held by the Social Security Administration (SSA), you’re in luck. https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/401/401-0130.htm The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requires the SSA to disclose any information in their records upon request from the public, with a few exceptions. The Privacy Act permits disclosure when the FOIA requires it. The public,

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How to Correct Your Social Security Record

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Understanding Section 401.65 https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/401/401-0065.htm Section 401.65 of the Social Security Administration (SSA) outlines the process for correcting or amending your record if you believe it is inaccurate, incomplete, irrelevant, or unnecessary. This section is applicable to all records kept by the SSA except for earnings records, which have a separate correction process outlined in 20

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Access to Medical Records

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In this post, we will be discussing section 401.55 of the medical records procedures. https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/401/401-0055.htm Section 401.55 explains that as a patient, you have the right to access your medical records, including any psychological information that is being maintained. If you want to access your medical records, you must make a request in accordance with

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Understanding Your Right to Access Your Records: A Guide to Requesting Your Social Security Administration Records

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§ 401.40. How to get your own records. https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/401/401-0040.htm Section §401.40 outlines the process for an individual to request notification of or access to any record about themselves that is in an SSA system of records. The section specifies that a person may ask for information about themselves or someone for whom they are a parent

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