- 1). Recognize suspected fraud, such as people continuing to work full-time while receiving disability benefits or people who are continuing to receive and cash Social Security checks for people who are deceased.
- 2). Gather details of the suspected fraud, including the name of the person who allegedly committed the crime. If possible get the person's Social Security number, date of birth, address and telephone number. Also gather the same information for anyone victimized by the fraud. Note details about what the suspect did, where the fraud took place and how.
- 3). Report the fraud online by filling out a "Fraud Reporting Form" on the Social Security website (socialsecurity.gov). Do not list your contact information if you wish to remain anonymous.
- 4). Report the fraud by telephone by calling the Social Security Administration fraud hotline (800-269-0271). The phone line is open from 10 am. To 4 p.m. EST. Do not reveal your personal information if you wish to remain anonymous.
- 5). Fax reports about fraud to the Social Security Administration (fax: 410-597-0188).
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