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by Dr. Jarrett Gislason Published 1 year ago Updated 1 year ago
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You can apply online, over the phone, or at your local office. The online application is the quickest and easiest way, but the other methods are available should you need them. Should you need to apply over the phone, simply call the Social Security Administration at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).

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How do I apply for Social Security in Sacramento CA?

You also can call the SSA toll-free at 866-706-6759 to ask for an appointment with a Social Security representative. Learn More About Applying for Disability. The Sacramento Social Security office is located at Sacramento 95826. The California SSA provides several federally run plans like retirement, SSI, Medicare and disability benefits.

How do I apply for Medicare?

Determine if you want coverage for prescription drugs. Next, use the Medicare Plan Finder Tool and search to find more accurate cost estimates and coverage information. Apply online for Medicare only if you’re not ready to also begin receiving your Social Security benefits. Apply in person for Medicare at your local Social Security office.

Where can I apply for Medi-Cal in California?

Find the nearest county office apply for Medi-Cal in person. CoveredCA.com is a joint partnership between Covered California™ and the Department of Health Care Services. Frequently Asked Questions about Medi-Cal

How do I sign up for Medicare Parts A and B?

If you decide to enroll in Medicare during your Initial Enrollment Period, you can sign up for Parts A and/or B by: Visiting your local Social Security office. Calling Social Security at 800-772-1213. Before you decide how you want to go about applying for Medicare, you need to understand the different parts of the program and which ones you need.

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The Sacramento Social Security office is located at Sacramento 95826. The California SSA provides several federally run plans like retirement, SSI, Medicare and disability benefits. The following page contains relevant contact information for this location such as the Social Security office phone number, hours of operation, and driving directions.

Directions to the Sacramento Social Security Office – 8581 Folsom Blvd Office

Residents Who Live Or Receive Mail In Sacramento County And Need An Original Or Replacement Social Security Card Must Visit The Sacramento Card Center At 8581 Folsom Blvd., Ste B, Sacramento, Ca. Card Center Office Hours - 9:00 Am - 4:00 Pm Mon - Fri. Hwy 50 To Watt Ave South To Folsom Blvd, Righ On Folsom Blvd Approx 2 Miles.

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