Social Security Publications

Get easy-to-follow instructions for using Social Security's online benefit application.

Find out about changes in Social Security services coming in 2014

Get step-by-step instructions for creating a “my Social Security” account.

Learn about Medicare hospital and medical insurance, who is covered, and how to apply.

Learn what documents you need to get a replacement card for a child.

Learn what documents you need to get a replacement card for an adult who isn't a U.S. citizen.

Learn what documents you need to get a replacement card for an adult.

If you receive disability benefits and want to work, learn how you can take advantage of the Ticket to Work program and still keep your benefits and Medicare coverage while you make the transition.

Find out how you can receive expedited processing of your disability claim from Social Security if you became disabled while on active military service on or after October 1, 2001.

This booklet gives an overview of the special benefits available for children with disabilities.

This fact sheet provides new information for each current year for many items, such as Social Security taxes and benefits and other factors of eligibility.

Find out about changes in Social Security services coming in 2014

Find out how easy it is to apply online for retirement benefits.

Learn what you should do if you think the administrative law judge who conducted your hearing treated you unfairly.

Get basic information on Social Security disability benefits.

Learn how military personnel earn Social Security coverage and other general information about Social Security benefits.

Learn what documents you need to get a replacement card for an adult who isn't a U.S. citizen.

Learn about the money the state of California adds to federal SSI payments each month.

Find out who is eligible to receive Supplemental Security Income program benefits.

This is a comprehensive explanation of SSI tailored to groups and organizations that serve or have contact with the SSI population.

The Social Security Administration is launching a new initiative to provide expedited processing of disability claims filed by veterans who have a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Compensation rating of 100% Permanent & Total (P&T).

Get step-by-step instructions for creating a “my Social Security” account.

Learn what documents you need to change your name on your Social Security card.

Get step-by-step instructions for using the online Retirement Estimator.

Take a look at some factors that can help you make an informed decision about the best time to retire.

Learn how military personnel earn Social Security coverage and other general information about Social Security benefits.

Learn about the money the state of New Jersey adds to federal SSI payments each month.

Learn about the money the state of Vermont adds to federal SSI payments each month.

If you have higher income, find out why you will pay an additional premium amount for Medicare Part B and Medicare prescription drug coverage.

Learn how easy it is to apply online for Extra Help with Medicare prescription drug plan costs.

Find out about a special program for certain veterans of World War II.

Find out who qualifies for these special benefits.

Find out what you can expect from Social Security, what your reporting responsibilities are and how to report changes that could affect benefits.

Find out what work credits are, how they're earned and just how many you'll need to get benefits.

Learn about the formula used to calculate Social Security retirement benefits and take advantage of a worksheet to help you estimate your retirement benefits.

Learn how Social Security determines a person's progress under the Ticket to Work program and how earnings affect benefits.

Get a current schedule for Social Security and SSI benefit payments in an easy-to-read calendar format.

Learn how workers in a nonprofit organization can pay Social Security and Medicare taxes and earn entitlement to benefits.

Get an overview of all Social Security programs and Medicare.

A guide to what self-employed people need to know about Social Security credits, how to figure net earnings and how to report earnings.

Learn about the money the state of Pennsylvania adds to federal SSI payments each month.

Learn about the money the state of New York adds to federal SSI payments each month.

Learn about the money the state of Hawaii adds to federal SSI payments each month.

Get a benefit verification letter instantly through your own account at the “my Social Security” web portal.

An overview of the Extra Help available to cover the costs of a Medicare prescription drug plan and a list of factors you should consider when comparing plans.

Learn about incentives for working while still receiving disability benefits, such as the trial work period, continuation of Medicare and credit for impairment-related work expenses.

Find out how working after beginning to receive retirement benefits can lead to increases or decreases in benefits.

Learn how you can prevent identity theft and what you can do if you're a victim.

Learn how special payments for work done before retirement, such as bonuses, vacation pay and commissions, do not count toward the Social Security earnings limit.

Learn about special services available from Social Security for people who are blind or have low vision.

Find out how your Social Security benefits could be affected if you're eligible for a pension from work not covered by Social Security.