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Originally Posted by stomachmonkey
Valid point.
I was once checking out a new practitioner and they asked for my SS# which I left blank.
Queue the back and forth of "We need it" No you don't, "But we do" No, really, you don't..... I finally said fine, 1st I want to see current background checks on every single person with access to this facility. I want an independent SOC report. I would like to see your back offices and review your physical security measures. Are the systems that store PII connected to the internet........
They just looked at me like I had two heads so I walked out.
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Same here. I went to a new ophthalmologist and filled out the paperwork. I left the SS number blank. They insisted they needed it to enter my in the computer. So I told her is was 555-55-5555 and she said that works.
My understanding is ONLY you place of employment, your bank and your CPA (if you use one) have the right to get your SSN. All others I tell to take a flying leap, ya ain't gonna get it.