Medicare & Social Security Help Hub: The forms you need. The clarity you’ve been missing.
Use this form if you're already enrolled in Part A and need to enroll in Part B.
Required when applying for Part B with a Special Enrollment Period due to having employer coverage.
Allows Medicare to release your health info to someone you choose.
Used to voluntarily cancel Medicare Part B.
Given when services are ending so you can appeal if needed. This is not something you typically file but good to understand if you receive it.
Used to document end-stage renal disease for Medicare eligibility.
Want your Medicare premiums taken out automatically each month? This form allows you to set up automatic bank withdrawals for Medicare premiums if you're not already having them deducted from your Social Security check.
Helpful Tip:
This is a great option if you’ve delayed collecting Social Security or are paying Medicare directly.
Used to apply for Social Security retirement benefits.
To request a reduction in IRMAA if your income decreased due to certain events (like retirement).
Used by third parties needing identity confirmation.
Authorizes SSA to release your records to someone else.
Provides a full earnings record (useful for checking benefit accuracy or for legal/financial needs).
If someone (like a professional advocate or family member) is helping with your application or communication.
Allows someone to withdraw their Social Security claim within 12 months and reapply later. Helpful in “buyer’s remorse” situations.
If someone was overpaid by SSA and wants the repayment forgiven.
Used to request a redetermination (first-level appeal) of a Medicare Part A or Part B claim.
For a second-level appeal if you disagree with the redetermination decision.
Used if someone is helping you with your appeal (such as an agent or family member).
Download CMS-1696
Often provided by the plan provider, but a generic version may be used.
Used for Level 3 Medicare appeals after reconsideration denial.
First step in appealing most Social Security decisions (such as benefit denials or penalties).
Required if you're appealing a disability decision.
Allows SSA to obtain your medical records for a disability appeal.
Sometimes needed when additional identity verification is required.
Used when a reconsideration is denied, and you want a hearing.
No—only the ones that apply to your specific situation. Each form includes a brief description to help guide you. Not sure which one fits? Reach out and our team can help.
Most Medicare and Social Security forms can be faxed, mailed, or submitted through your SSA.gov account. Check each form for exact instructions. If you're a client, we can help you upload or fax them securely.
You’re not alone. That’s exactly why we built this page—to bring clarity. If you’re stuck, contact us so we can walk through it together.
Yes. Medicare and Social Security appeals usually have time limits (e.g., 60 days from receiving a denial). Don’t wait—reach out if you’re not sure how to start.
Yes! Use the SSA-1696 (Social Security) or CMS-10106/CMS-1696 (Medicare) forms to appoint a representative. We can even help you fill those out if needed.
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