[stomachmonkey]

They could have gotten your social from any number of places.

Recently had a course of chiropractic work that needed to be done.

Not covered by my policy so I was a cash customer.

They wanted my SS#. I said no. I'm a cash customer.

They said their billing required it. I said no. The only reason you need that is if I don't pay. You can bang my card before each treatment if you want.

Office Manager comes over and says they need it.

I said you and your staff seem like nice people but how do I know, pointing at the receptionist, that this one here won't turn out to be a lousy employee who grabs a bunch of info before you fire her? Or someone won't throw a brick through that front door and yank the computer off the desk.

I then asked to see their records storage. I wanted to ensure it was locked and enquired who in the facility had access to it.

They kinda looked at me and did not say a word as I turned and left.

My advice, get Lifelock for now.

It won't protect your bank account but if your number is out there they'll be using it to open accounts you don't and won't know about till it's too late. If they have not already.

Call all 3 credit agencies and put a lock on activity.

Good luck, this stuff tends to be a nightmare for a while and you now need to stay hyper vigilant for a few years at least.