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January 25, 2024 •By Dawn Bystry, Associate Commissioner, Office of Strategic and Digital Communications
Reading Time: 1 MinuteLast Updated:January 25, 2024
We’re committed to improving customer service by providing more access to our programs and services, and our efforts have paid off.
We’re proud to announce that Social Security’s ranking on Forrester’s 2023 Customer Experience Index increased by 3.3 points – the only agency on the list to make a significant gain.
We achieved this higher ranking by focusing on key initiatives in 2023, like:
- Implementing online scheduling for in-office enumeration appointments. Customers can now schedule appointments online for both original and replacement Social Security cards. This service is currently available in all 50 states, as well as Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
- Conducting a targeted mail campaign to reach people who may be eligible for Extra Help with Medicare prescription drug costs and Medicare Savings Programs with enrollment information. Please see our publication, Understanding the Extra Help with Your Medicare Prescription Drug Plan.
- Employing strategies to help people facing barriers in accessing our programs and services, including people with:
- Limited income and resources.
- Limited English proficiency (LEP).
- A risk of homelessness.
- Mental and behavioral disabilities.
- Partnering with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Services to test new ways to make it easier for SSI applicants to access nutrition assistance programs. For more information, please see our press release.
Forrester’s’ recognition of our customer service improvements reflects our commitment to making it easier for you to do business with us. We invite you to learn more on Forrester’s website. Please share this news with those who may need it.
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Conswaylow W.
My onset reconsideration was.submitted april 23 .may 23 medical review
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Now step 3 since August 23
Online hasn’t changed
Automated system has trouble accessing my records
cs can’t see my appeal
Sue
We’re sorry to hear about your situation, Conswaylow. For privacy reasons, we do not have access to personal information in this venue. To speak with a representative about the status of your appeal, you can contact your local Social Security office or call us at 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. For more information about the appeals process, please check our publication, Your Right To Question the Decision Made on Your Claim. We hope this helps.
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Debra D.
How can someone receive benefits for 4 years for kidney, Thyroid, heart, and mental then immediately terminated? 9 years later no help from any aid problems are back and worse than ever 56 years of age now denied on lack of work credits, not health issues. This agency really is a joke. Once my body cannot take the lack of help any longer well, my work credits won’t matter
ReplyLaura K.
The social security administration, the Courts and Congress AGREED to REMOVE AND CLEAR the 2020 Overpayment Payment Center Cases. Can you please start by removing the NON RECIPIENTS Overpayment Payment Center Cases FIRST PLEASE. When are you going to start REMOVING AND CLEARING THE PAYMENT CENTER Cases out of the SYSTEM? Hopefully soon. It’s affecting us.
ReplySusan D.
Overpayments are being pursued by Individuals claiming to be with the social security administration and are threatening individuals, companies, employers not to hire or do business with the Individuals the social security administration is pursuing with the alleged secretive debt they’re not suppose to know exists. The social security administration debt collectors tell neighbors, family, acquaintances and anyone their targeted Individual comes across, that they’re intentionally causing poverty because the individual is in a POVERTY PROGRAM which belongs to the SSA. They laugh and smile about the oppression and despair they are causing. They tell people that the Individual has “debt” that they are “not suppose to know about” and the community tells them, then why are y’all after them? If they are not allowed to work or know that a debt exist? And they simply smile and mention all the money theyre making while the government is WASTING money.
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I have difficulty seeing improvement when my husband has been trying to solve an issue since November 2023,that he was told would be addressed in 60 days; but, his appeal has been ignored an your phone representatives are rude and accusatory, not to mention that they don’t listen and refuse to even try to help. So excuse me if I/we are finding it hard to understand your idea of improvement.Saeed
Social Security’s improvement in customer experience ranking is certainly noteworthy! Enhancing customer experience is pivotal for any organization, and it’s great to see Social Security making strides in this area. As a vital service provider for millions, prioritizing customer satisfaction is key. Your post highlights the importance of continual improvement and adaptation to meet the evolving needs of the public. Thanks for sharing this positive development
ReplyChris
It is February 16th and we still have not received our 1099s. Why??? What if they were stolen out of our mail box? I just do not understand why we have not received our 1099s. Of course, I can’t get a hold of the office because it’s an hour and a half hold time. Why is it you cannot talk to a human being anymore? It’s disgusting and frustrating.
ReplyChris
Oh and they say they are improving their customer service. Could have fooled me. I haven’t seen or experienced good customer service YET!!!!!
ReplyLaura
Oh and they say they are improving their customer service. Could have fooled me. I haven’t seen or experienced good customer service YET!!!!!
ReplySue
Hi, Chris. Thanks for reading our blog and for your questions. SSA-1099 forms are mailed by January 31 each year. If you did not receive your SSA-1099 in the mail, you can request a replacement SSA-1099 using your personal my Social Security account. If you still need assistance, please call 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. For more information, check out our Frequently Asked Questions. We hope this helps.
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James
ReplyIt’s great to see Social Security’s commitment to improving customer experience paying off, especially with the notable increase in Forrester’s 2023 Customer Experience Index. The introduction of online scheduling and targeted mail campaigns are promising steps towards making services more accessible. It’s encouraging to see efforts directed at helping those facing barriers. These improvements reflect a significant move towards embracing digital transformation to better serve the public. Looking forward to seeing how these initiatives continue to evolve and enhance user engagement.
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George A.
I deeply grateful for assistance provided by the staff at my local Social Security office. The staff gave me guidance and documentation needed to rectify an improper denial of medical coverage by State DHS staff. Thanks to Social Security for helping me maintain my health care benefits.
ReplySue
ReplyHi, George. Thanks for your reading our blog and for your compliment! We try hard to provide the best possible service to our customers. Your thoughts are important to us, and we’re pleased that you had such a positive experience. You can submit feedback by visiting ourHow can we help? webpage. From there, select the “Email Us” link. This will take you to the “Email Our Support Team” form where you can submit your compliment, complaint, or suggestion.Thank you!
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