What happens if I have lived in the United States and am applying for an original Social Security number?
In this instance, you may be asked about schools you attended, or we may ask you to provide copies of your tax records. These would show that you were never assigned a Social Security number
In addition, I do need to get more information about Medicare.  How could I obtain more information about what all is covered by Medicare?
Simply visit the Medicare website, or call 1-800-MEDICARE 1-800-633-4227;  TTY 1-877-486-2048. Your State Health Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program SHIP also can help answer your Medicare questions.