Social Security Publications

A guide to what self-employed people need to know about Social Security credits, how to figure net earnings and how to report earnings.

Learn about the money the state of Pennsylvania adds to federal SSI payments each month.

Learn about the money the state of New York adds to federal SSI payments each month.

Learn about the money the state of Hawaii adds to federal SSI payments each month.

Get a benefit verification letter instantly through your own account at the “my Social Security” web portal.

An overview of the Extra Help available to cover the costs of a Medicare prescription drug plan and a list of factors you should consider when comparing plans.

Learn about incentives for working while still receiving disability benefits, such as the trial work period, continuation of Medicare and credit for impairment-related work expenses.

Find out how working after beginning to receive retirement benefits can lead to increases or decreases in benefits.

Learn how you can prevent identity theft and what you can do if you’re a victim.

Learn how special payments for work done before retirement, such as bonuses, vacation pay and commissions, do not count toward the Social Security earnings limit.