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Mike Johnson: “Seniors are urged not to carry their Social Security card to protect their Social Security number, but at the same time…”

On the recordSeptember 12, 2011
Seniors are urged not to carry their Social Security card to protect their Social Security number, but at the same time are being told they must have their Medicare card with them at all times in order to get health care. This makes no sense.
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Mike Johnson
Republican · Louisiana

Editor's note · Context

Criticism of conflicting requirements for Medicare beneficiaries regarding Social Security cards.

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