Ever wondered why that familiar 570‑831‑1296 keeps lighting up your phone? The number is widely reported as a source of social security impostor scams. Callers often claim to be SSA representatives, ask for SSN, DOB, or banking details, and pressure you to call back on a different toll‑free line. The real SSA never initiates contact by phone for personal data; they only send letters or use secure online portals. Before sharing anything, hang up, verify the caller against the official 1‑800‑772‑1213 number, and report the incident to the FTC or your state AG. Blocking the number and monitoring your credit can further limit exposure.
It seem like a scam to me, i just got a call requestin my social security number over the phone, no goverment agencys do that, thats just not how it work
A woman, claiming to be Patricia, has repeatedly called my phone over the course of three days, requesting to speak with my son regarding a matter related to social security, and leaving a voicemail with an extension number, 7348.
The authenticity of the caller was verified, as I was on the SS website during our conversation, which indicated that such contact was possible.
A legitimate call was received from a woman residing in California, and shortly after, my information was updated on the relevant website, with a deposit expected within a few business days.
Obviously, some workers still make phone calls, and the lady, who sounded like a middle-aged American, was helpfull and explianed my payments in detail
During the conversation, the caller proceeded to ask personal questions and then inquired about my roommate's social security number, raising significant privacy concerns.
They asked for my adress and annual income, but i didnt give them any informations and hung up quickly, blocking their number
The caller had access to my information, making the call appear legitimate.
The anser to your question is in this thread, just red it carfully.
I'm unsure if this is a legitamate SSI phone call or a scam, can anyone confirm
I didn't answer the call, but a message was left for my brother with a different callback number, which I didn't bother to call back.
I recieved a call from this number, but they didnt leave a message, I searched online and found out that the SSA dont usualy call people, so I blocked the caller
During the call, errors were cited in a form from July 22, and the representative overstepped by asking for SSI information, even threatening an audit if not complied with.
The caller left a message stating that they would call back later, but the purpose of the call was unclear.
Recently, I got a call claiming to be from the social security office, asking to confirm my and my son Christopher's personal details
This number keep calling me all the time
The caller claimed to be from the SSA, aware that I had recently enrolled for benefits, and promptly requested my SSN, prompting me to end the call immediately.
Upon investigating the caller ID, the number showed as Wilkes-Barre PA, but I chose not to answer it. Later, when I called back, a woman claimed to be from the Social Security office, stating they needed to reach me, and would try again later. However, a Google search revealed the number was associated with scams, and I know the SSA never initiates calls to discuss accounts.
I recieved a vm that stated my first name, and the caller's first name, who claim to be from SSA, but they hung up without giving me any instructions or call back informations.
I had just applied for Social Security, then this woman called me, but she asks alot of questions and has no answers
This call is genuinely from the US government, concerning paperwork for benefits.
I got a voicemail from 570-831-1296, the guy claimed to be Tim Kennedy from the SSA, but the email he sent had alot of gramatical erors, so i'm suspicious, dont give out personal info unless you initiate the call.
Some lady claimed to be from the social secuirity office, but got defensive when I questioned her, she wanted to confim my social secuirty number and work history, I told her to contac my laywer
The caller was seeking personnal information, wich is suspisous.
Upon answering a call from this number, the caller inquired about my identity, and after remaining silent, I ended the call, finding it suspicious, especially since official communications from relevant authorities are typically conducted through mail.
I got a voicemail from a women who claim'd to be calling about something important, but it sound's like a scam to me.
I received a voicemail message on Saturday, 4/30
I got a call from this number on tuesday morning, they said I needed to answer some questions but then they never called back.
Sensitive information, including an EIN, was requested during a call, allegedly due to an error on a tax form, which raises concerns about the legitimacy of the call.
The caller, claiming to be Tim Kennedy from Social Security, stated that he was calling for additional information to process a Medicare application, which was confusing given the recent filing and the status indicated on the online account.
