The Social Security Administration can sometimes make mistakes. Although it is infrequent that someone can be listed as deceased incorrectly, it has actually happened.
That is why Social Security recipients need to be aware of the things they could do in that situation. As soon as you realize the SSA has made such an important mistake, you should look for one of all the valid documents to prove you are not dead. Only original documents will be accepted or copies certified.
Documents Social Security accepts
Undoubtedly, the Administration will accept a passport to prove you are not dead. So you can take it with you to the closest local office in the area where you live.
A driver’s license is another document that the Agency will accept to check you are still alive. Do not forget to check that you have a valid passport or driver’s license since you may have forgotten to renew it.
Employee ID cards may also be useful to prove you are not deceased. If you have a military record, that will be enough to change the incorrectly listed information.
Social Security also accepts these documents
If you have a valid school ID card, you can also take it when you visit SSA’s office. Marriage and divorce records will also be accepted says the Social Security Administration.
Even adoption records may come in handy in this situation. Health Insurance cards (except a Medicare card) will be another possibility to tell Social Security you have not passed away.
Some may prefer to take a copy of their medical records instead of the previously mentioned documents. A life insurance policy can also be used for that purpose.
Those American citizens who have a court order for name change can take it with them to the SSA office. Those who prefer it, can simply take a church membership that establishes your identity.
After reviewing your case, Social SEcurity will give you a certificate to show banks, doctors or other agencies to prove it was an error. So, make sure you keep your “Erroneous Death Case – Third Party Contact” Notice.