Social Security: When Should I Contact the Social Security Administration?


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When Should I Contact the Social Security Administration?

Persons reaching age 62 should contact Social Security three months prior to age 62 if you have retired or are planning to retire.
Survivors of deceased workers should contact Social Security as soon as possible after the death of the worker.
Disabled workers should contact Social Security as soon as their physician tells them their medical condition is expected to last at least 12 months.

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