Form SSA-7-F6 (revised) SSA-7-F6 (revised) Application for Parent's Insurance Benefits

Form Approved

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Social Security Administration

OMB No 0960-0012

TOE 120/145/155

(Do not write in this space)

APPLICATION FOR PARENT'S INSURANCE BENEFITS*
I apply for all insurance benefits for which I am eligible under Title II (Federal Old-Age,
Survivors, and Disability Insurance) and Part A of Title XVIII (Health Insurance for the Aged
and Disabled) of the Social Security Act, as presently amended.
*This may also be considered an application for survivors benefits under the Railroad Retirement Act
and for Veterans Administration payments under Title 38 U.S.C, Veterans Benefits, Chapter 13
(which is, as such, an application for other types of death benefits under Title 38.) For additional
information about this application a factsheet to Form SSA-7 is available at www.socialsecurity.gov

1. (a)
(b)
(c)

2. (a)
(b)
(c)

(d)

3. (a)
(b)

PRINT name of deceased wage earner or self- FIRST NAME, MIDDLE INITIAL, LAST NAME
employed person (herein referred to as the
"Deceased.")
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Mark the gender of the Deceased.

Male

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Enter Deceased's Social Security number.
PRINT your name.

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Female

Enter your Social Security number.
Enter your name at birth if different from item
2(a).

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FIRST NAME, MIDDLE INITIAL, LAST NAME

Male

Check whether you are

Female

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Were you receiving at least one-half of your support from the
Deceased at the time the Deceased became disabled under the
Social Security law or at the time of death?

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Have you filed proof of this support with the Social Security
Administration?

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Yes

No
(If "No," go on
to item 4.)

(If "Yes,"
answer (b).)

Yes

No

PART I -- INFORMATION ABOUT THE DECEASED
4. Enter date of birth of Deceased.

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5. (a)

Enter date of death.

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Enter place of death.

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(b)

6. (a)

(b)

(c)

MONTH, DAY, YEAR
MONTH, DAY, YEAR
CITY AND STATE

Did the Deceased ever file an application for Social Security
benefits, a period of disability under Social Security,
Supplemental Security Income, or hospital or medical insurance
under Medicare?
Enter name of person on whose Social Security
record other application was filed.
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Yes
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No

(If "Yes," answer
(b) and (c).)

Unknown

(If "No" or "Unknown" go
on to item 7.)

FIRST NAME, MIDDLE INITIAL, LAST NAME

Enter Social Security number of person named in (b), (If
"Unknown," so indicate.)

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Answer Item 7 ONLY if the Deceased Died Prior to Full Retirement Age or Prior to One Year Past Full Retirement Age, and Within
the Past 4 Months.

7. (a)
(b)

Was the Deceased unable to work because of a disabling condition
at the time of death?
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Enter date disability began.

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Yes
(If "Yes,"
answer (b).)

No
(If "No," go on
to item 8.)

MONTH, DAY, YEAR

(Over)

8. (a)
Was the Deceased in the active military or naval service (including
Reserve or National Guard active duty or active duty for training) after
September 7, 1939 and before 1968?
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(b)

(c)

Yes

No

(If "Yes," answer
(b) and (c).)
From: (Month, year)

Enter dates of service.

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Have you received, or do you expect to receive, a benefit from any
other Federal agency?

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(If "No," go on
to item 9.)
To: (Month, year)

Yes

No

Answer Item 9 ONLY If Death Occurred Within the Last 2 Years.
9. (a)
(b)

10. (a)

(b)

About how much did the Deceased earn from employment and
self-employment during the year of death?

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About how much did the Deceased earn the year before death?

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Did the deceased have wages or self-employment income covered
under Social Security in all years from 1978 through last year?

AMOUNT
$

Unknown

AMOUNT
$

Unknown

Yes
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No

(If "Yes," skip to
item 11.)

(If "No," answer
(b).)

List the years from 1978 through last year in which the deceased did
not have wages or self-employment income covered under Social
Security.
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11. Check if applicable:
I am not submitting evidence of the deceased's earnings that are not yet on his/her earnings record. I understand that
these earnings will be included automatically within 24 months, and any increase in my benefits will be paid with full
retroactivity.

PART II -- INFORMATION ABOUT YOURSELF
12. (a)
(b)

MONTH, DAY, YEAR

Enter your date of birth.

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Enter name of State or Foreign country where you were born.

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If you have already presented, or if you are now presenting, a public or religious record of your birth established
before you were age 5, go on to item 13.
(c)

Was a public record of your birth made before you were age 5?

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Yes

No

Unknown

(d)

Was a religious record of your birth made before you were age 5?

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Yes

No

Unknown

Yes

No

13. (a)
(b)

Have you married since the death of the Deceased?
Enter below the information requested about the marriage.

To whom married

When (Month, day, year) Where (Name of City and State)

How marriage ended (If still in effect, write "Not Ended")

When (Month, day, year) Where (Name of City and State)

Marriage performed by:

Spouse's date of birth (or age) If spouse deceased, give date of death

Clergyman or public official
Other (Explain in "Remarks")

Spouse's Social Security Number (If "None" or "Unknown," so indicate)

14. (a)

Have you ever filed an application for Social Security benefits, a
period of disability under Social Security, Supplemental Security
Income, or hospital or medical insurance under Medicare?

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Yes
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(If "Yes," answer
(b) and (c).)

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No
(If "No," go on
to item 15.)

(b)
(c)

Enter name of person on whose Social Security record you filed
other application.
Enter Social Security number of person named in (b).
(If "Unknown," so indicate.)

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15. Were you in the active military or naval service (including Reserve or

National Guard active duty or active duty for training) after September 7,
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1939 and before 1968?

16. Did you, your spouse, or the Deceased work in the railroad industry for 5
years or more?

17. (a)
(b)

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Do you have social security credits (for example, based on work or
residence) under another country's social security system?
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List the country(ies).

Yes

No

Yes

No

Yes

No

(If "No," go on
to item 18.)

(If "Yes,"
answer (b).)

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Answer Item 18 ONLY if the Deceased Died Before This Year.
18. (a)
(b)

How much were your total earnings last year?

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Place an "X" in each block for EACH MONTH of last year in which you did not earn
more than *$
in wages, and did not perform substantial services in
self-employment. These months are exempt months. If no months were exempt
months, place an "X" in "NONE". If all months were exempt months, place an "X"
in "ALL".

(b)

How much do you expect your total earnings to be this year?
Place an "X" in each block for EACH MONTH of this year in which you did not earn or
will not earn more than *$
in wages, and did not or will not perform
substantial services in self-employment. These months are exempt months. If no
months are or will be exempt months, place an "X" in "NONE". If all months are or will
be exempt months, place an "X" in "ALL".

ALL

NONE

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*Enter the appropriate monthly limit after reading the instructions, "How Your Earnings
Affect Your Benefits".

19. (a)

$

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JAN

FEB

MAR

APR

MAY

JUN

JUL

AUG

SEPT

OCT

NOV

DEC

$
NONE

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*Enter the appropriate monthly limit after reading the instructions, "How Your Earnings
Affect Your Benefits".

ALL

JAN

FEB

MAR

APR

MAY

JUN

JUL

AUG

SEPT

OCT

NOV

DEC

Answer This Item ONLY if You Are Not in the Last 4 Months of Your Taxable Year (Sept., Oct., Nov., and Dec., if
Your Taxable Year is a Calendar Year).
20. (a) How much do you expect to earn next year?
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(b)

Place an "X" in each block for EACH MONTH of next year in which you do not expect
to earn more than *$
in wages, and do not expect to perform substantial
services in self-employment. These months will be exempt months. If no months are
expected to be exempt months, place an "X" in "NONE". If all months are expected
to be exempt months, place an "X" in "ALL".

NONE

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*Enter the appropriate monthly limit after reading the instructions, "How Your
Earnings Affect Your Benefits".

21. If you use a fiscal year, that is, a taxable year that does not end December 31 (with income tax
return due April 15) enter here the month your fiscal year ends.

ALL

JAN

FEB

MAR

APR

MAY

JUN

JUL

AUG

SEPT

OCT

NOV

DEC

MONTH
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MEDICARE INFORMATION
If this claim is approved and you are still entitled to benefits at age 65, or you are within 3 months of age 65 or older
you could automatically receive Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance)
coverage at age 65. If you live in Puerto Rico or a foreign country, you are not eligible for automatic enrollment in
Medicare Part B, and you will need to contact Social Security to request enrollment.
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Complete Item 22 ONLY If You Are Within 3 Months of Age 65 or Older
Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) helps cover doctor's services and outpatient care. It also covers some other services that
Medicare Part A does not cover, such as some of the services of physical and occupational therapists and some home health care.
If you enroll in Medicare Part B, you will have to pay a monthly premium. The amount of your premium will be determined when
your coverage begins. In some cases, your premium may be higher based on information about your income we receive from the
Internal Revenue Service. Your premiums will be deducted from any monthly Social Security, Railroad Retirement, or Office of
Personnel Management benefits you receive. If you do not receive any of these benefits, you will get a letter explaining how to
pay your premiums. You will also get a letter if there is any change in the amount of your premium.
You can also enroll in a Medicare prescription drug plan (Part D). To learn more about the Medicare prescription drug plans and
when you can enroll, visit www.medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227; TTY 1-877-486-2048). Medicare can
also tell you about agencies in your area that can help you choose your prescription drug coverage. The amount of your premium
varies based on the prescription drug plan provider. The amount you pay for Part D coverage may be higher than the listed plan
premium, based on information about your income we receive from the Internal Revenue Service.
If you have limited income and resources, we encourage you to apply for the Extra Help that is available to assist you with
Medicare prescription drug costs. The Extra Help can pay the monthly premiums, annual deductibles, and prescription copayments. To learn more or apply, please visit www.socialsecurity.gov, call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) or visit the
nearest Social Security office.

22. Do you want to enroll in Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance)?

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Yes

No

Select "No" if you are already enrolled under your own Social Security Number.
REMARKS (You may use this space for any explanations. If you need more space, attach a separate sheet.)

I declare under penalty of perjury that I have examined all the information on this form, and on any accompanying statements or
forms, and it is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that anyone who knowingly gives a false or
misleading statement about a material fact in this information, or causes someone else to do so, commits a crime and may be sent
to prison, or may face other penalties, or both.
Date (Month, day, year)

SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT

Telephone number(s) at which you may
be contacted during the day

Signature (First Name, Middle Initial, Last Name) (Write in ink)
SIGN
HERE

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FOR
OFFICIAL
USE ONLY

Routing Transit Number

(AREA CODE)
Direct Deposit Payment Address (Financial Institution)
C/S Depositor Account Number
No Account
Direct Deposit Refused

Applicant's Mailing Address (Number and street, Apt No., P.O. Box, or Rural Route) (Enter Residence Address in "Remarks," if different.)

City and State

ZIP Code

County (if any) in which you now live

Witnesses are required ONLY if this application has been signed by mark (X) above. If signed by mark (X), two witnesses who
know the applicant must sign below, giving their full addresses. Also, print the applicant's name in the Signature block.
1. Signature of Witness

2. Signature of Witness

Address (Number and Street, City, State and ZIP Code)

Address (Number and Street, City, State and ZIP Code)

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Collection and Use of Information From Your Application Privacy Act Notice/Paperwork Reduction Act Notice
Sections 202(h), 205(a), and 223(d) of the Social Security Act authorize us to collect the information on this form.
We will use the information you provide on this form to determine if you or a dependent is eligible to insurance
coverage and/or monthly benefits. Your response to this request is voluntary. However, failure to provide all or part of
the information could prevent us from making an accurate and timely decision concerning your entitlement or a
dependent’s entitlement to benefit payments.
We rarely use the information you supply for any purpose other than for determining your living arrangements.
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However, we may use it for the administration
andrevised
integrity of Social Security programs. We may also disclose
information to another person or to another agency
accordance with approved routine uses, which include but are
Privacyin Act
not limited to the following: (1) to enable a third
party or under
an agency to assist Social Security in establishing rights to
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Special Veterans Benefits; (2) to comply with Federal laws requiring the release of information from Social Security
Supplementary
records (e.g., to the Department of Veterans Affairs); (3) to make determinations for eligibility in similar health and
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income maintenance programs at the Federal,
State, and local level; and (4) to facilitate statistical research, audit, or
investigative activities necessary to assure the integrity of Social Security programs.
We may also use the information you provide in computer matching programs. Matching programs compare our
records with records kept by other Federal, State, or local government agencies. Information from these matching
programs can be used to establish or verify a person's eligibility for Federally funded or administered benefit programs
and for repayment of payments or delinquent debts under these programs.
Additional information regarding this form, routine uses of information, and our programs and systems, is available online at www.socialsecurity.gov or at any local Social Security office.

Paperwork Reduction Act Statement - This information collection meets the requirements of 44 U.S.C. § 3507,
as amended by section 2 of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. You do not need to answer these questions
unless we display a valid Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number. The OMB control number for
this collection is 0960-0012. We estimate that it will take 15 minutes to read the instructions, gather the facts,
and answer the questions. Send only comments relating to our time estimate above to: SSA, 6401 Security
Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21235-6401.

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RECEIPT FOR YOUR CLAIM FOR SOCIAL SECURITY PARENT'S INSURANCE BENEFITS
SSA OFFICE
DATE CLAIM RECEIVED
BEFORE YOU RECEIVE A

NOTICE OF AWARD

TELEPHONE
NUMBER(S) TO
CALL IF YOU HAVE
A QUESTION OR
SOMETHING TO
REPORT

(AREA CODE)

AFTER YOU RECEIVE A
NOTICE OF AWARD
(AREA CODE)

Your application for Social Security benefits has been received and
will be processed as quickly as possible.

some other change that may affect your claim, you or someone for
you, should report the change. The changes to be reported are
listed below.

You should hear from us within
days after you have given
us all the information we requested. Some claims may take longer if
additional information is needed.

Always give us your claim number when writing or telephoning
about your claim.

In the meantime, if you have a change of address, or if there is

If you have any questions about your claim, we will be glad to help
you.

CLAIMANT

SOCIAL SECURITY CLAIM NUMBER

DECEASED'S NAME (If surname differs from name of claimant)
CHANGES TO BE REPORTED AND HOW TO REPORT
FAILURE TO REPORT MAY RESULT IN OVERPAYMENTS THAT MUST BE REPAID, AND IN POSSIBLE MONETARY PENALTIES
u You change your mailing address for checks or residence.
u Change of Marital Status - Marriage, divorce, annulment
(To avoid delay in receipt of checks you should ALSO file
of marriage. You must report marriage even if you
a regular change of address notice with your post office.)
believe that an exception applies.
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Your citizenship or immigration status changes.

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You go outside the U.S.A. for 30 consecutive days or
longer.

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Any beneficiary dies or becomes unable to handle
benefits.

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Work Changes -- On your application you told us you
expect total earnings for
to be $
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You
than $

(are)

(are not) earning wages of more
a month.

You
(are)
(are not) self-employed rendering
substantial services in a trade or business.
(Report AT ONCE if this work pattern changes.)
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You are confined to a jail, prison, penal institution or
correctional facility for more than 30 continuous days for
conviction of a crime, or you are confined for more than
30 continuous days to a public institution by a court order
in connection with a crime.
You have an unsatisfied warrant for more than 30
continuous days for your arrest for a crime or attempted
crime that is a felony of flight to avoid prosecution or
confinement, escape from custody and flight-escape. In
most jurisdictions that do not classify crimes as felonies, a
crime that is punishable by death or imprisonment for a
term exceeding one year (regardless of the actual
sentence imposed).
You have an unsatisfied warrant for more than 30
continuous days for a violation of probation or parole
under Federal or State law.

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Custody Change - Report if a person for whom you are
filing, or who is in your care dies, leaves your care or
custody, or changes address.
WORK AND EARNINGS
For those under full retirement age, the law requires that a
report of earnings be filed with SSA within 3 months and 15
days after the end of any taxable year in which you earn
more than the annual exempt amount. You may contact SSA
to file a report. Otherwise, SSA will use the earnings reported
by your employer(s) and your self-employment tax return (if
applicable) as the report of earnings required by law and
adjust benefits under the earnings test. It is your
responsibility to ensure that the information you give
concerning your earnings is correct. You must furnish
additional information as needed when your benefit
adjustment is not correct based on the earnings on your
record.
HOW TO REPORT
You can make your reports online, by telephone, mail, or in
person, whichever you prefer.
If you are awarded benefits, and one or more of the above
change(s) occur, you should report by:
u Visiting the section "My Social Security" at our website at
www.socialsecurity.gov
u Calling us TOLL FREE at 1-800-772-1213;
If you are deaf or hearing impaired, calling us TOLL FREE
at TTY 1-800-325-0778; or
u Calling, visiting or writing your local social security office
at the phone number and address shown on your claim
receipt.
For general information about Social Security, visit our web
site at www.socialsecurity.gov.

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