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Originally Posted by GH85Carrera
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.
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They ask for it to make it easier for them to track you down if you turn out to be a deadbeat.
It's not a mutually beneficial exchange of info.