Jack Myers with Social Security has many tips for people deciding to file for Social Security. Myers indicates you can file for Social Security online and avoid the long lines.

 

 

Myers reminds that individuals can file for retirement, your spouse's retirement, Medicare, and disability benefits and use the retirement calculator on the Social Security website. You can also appeal for disability denial online.

 

 

Social Security offers financial assistance to those who cannot afford their prescription drugs. Myers says applying for extra help with the costs associated with the Medicare Prescription Drug Program can be done online.

 

 

Myers contends that everyone should visit Social Security online to create a my Social Security account. My Social Security can be a great resource for those who are doing short or long term financial planning.

 

 

According to Myers, the My Social Security feature is continuing to evolve. He says it will soon allow you to replace social security cards or replacement medicare cards. 

 

 

For more information or to create a my Social Security account visit Social Security online at www.socialsecurity.gov, or call toll free at 1(800) 772-1213.