Fraud Triggers Common Account Barriers (Image Credits: Unsplash)
Las Vegas – Identity fraud involving Social Security numbers often blocks residents from creating online accounts needed for Medicare signup, creating urgent hurdles as turning-65 deadlines approach.[1][2]
Fraud Triggers Common Account Barriers
Scammers frequently misuse Social Security numbers for fake tax refunds or other schemes, prompting locks on associated accounts. This security measure prevents online access to my Social Security portals at SSA.gov. Residents like those in Las Vegas discovered such blocks when attempting Medicare applications.[1]
Two years after an incident, credit reports, IRS data, and SSA logins remained inaccessible for affected individuals and even spouses. Officials implemented these blocks to combat ongoing threats. Without resolution, eligible seniors risked missing enrollment windows for Parts A and B coverage.[3]…