The reason a social security number, as well as, other information is requested is so that the office can file the electronic insurance claim. And...if you call your insurance, and they attempt to tell you the SS# is not needed, then ask them why they give doctors offices such a hard time. If you do not want to give out your personal information, then you can pay the amount owed in full and file the claim yourself. Unfortunately, we now live in an ""insurance dictated"" world, where the blame is always placed on the doctors offices and their staff. It is just as frustrating for doctors and their staff on the ""other side of the window."" Filing your insurance is a courtesy that takes an endless amount of behind the scenes time.
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