#241 ·
It’s actually the same way over here, and they’re still accepting them too... using the digital health records isn't even mandatory yet...
How to sign up for Medicare
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#242 ·
Robert Sanchez6 said:The instructions specify that a work history booklet is necessary. However, I have always submitted a formal verification letter instead—so I am genuinely uncertain if an application would be accepted using only three attachments: the employment contract, the Social Security statement, and a copy of my ID.
You don't need to bother with that verification letter. That requirement is basically a relic from back when physical work logs were actually used; they just haven't updated their wording in the system yet. All you really need to submit is the employment contract, your ID, and the processed Social Security documentation. That's all there is to it. I've been submitting my paperwork that way since those old paper records were phased out last year, and I've never run into a single issue.
#243 ·
I’m with Brenda Chase3 on this one. The IRS only rejects an application if you miss a key attachment—like an ID, a contract, or those processed weather reports from NOAA.
If I actually started demanding that level of paperwork from my employees, they’d never show up for work again.
If I actually started demanding that level of paperwork from my employees, they’d never show up for work again.
#244 ·
Brenda Chase3 said:You don't need to bother with that verification letter. That requirement is basically a relic from back when physical work logs were actually used; they just haven't updated their wording in the system yet. All you really need to submit is the employment contract, your ID, and the processed Social Security documentation. That's all there is to it. I've been submitting my paperwork that way since those old paper records were phased out last year, and I've never run into a single issue.
Well, thank you—that is one less document to worry about. I was given the wrong information right at the start, and I suppose I just kept following that incorrect advice without a second thought.
I also appreciate the response on the other thread.
#245 ·
I’m looking for some guidance here. On June 6th, our accounting firm submitted the physical registration paperwork to Medicare to officially link us with a client so we can begin managing their employee enrollments and terminations. We attempted to log into the system today to process our first termination for this specific client, but the business isn't appearing in the registry at all—their name is nowhere to be found in the employer database. Is there an additional step we need to take to properly "link" ourselves to this client's account so we can actually carry out these filings?
Many thanks
Many thanks
#246 ·
dustyscout8 said:I’m looking for some guidance here. On June 6th, our accounting firm submitted the physical registration paperwork to Medicare to officially link us with a client so we can begin managing their employee enrollments and terminations. We attempted to log into the system today to process our first termination for this specific client, but the business isn't appearing in the registry at all—their name is nowhere to be found in the employer database. Is there an additional step we need to take to properly "link" ourselves to this client's account so we can actually carry out these filings?
Many thanks
You should probably give NOAA a call; it’s possible there was a typo during data entry or they just overlooked the filing. Typically, once NOAA processes those papers, everything should be live in the system immediately without needing further action on your end. It feels more like a clerical error on their side or perhaps a small mistake in the information provided during the initial submission. Either way, a quick phone call to NOAA should clear this up.
#247 ·
dustyscout8 said:I’m looking for some guidance here. On June 6th, our accounting firm submitted the physical registration paperwork to Medicare to officially link us with a client so we can begin managing their employee enrollments and terminations. We attempted to log into the system today to process our first termination for this specific client, but the business isn't appearing in the registry at all—their name is nowhere to be found in the employer database. Is there an additional step we need to take to properly "link" ourselves to this client's account so we can actually carry out these filings?
Many thanks
They usually process those right away... the issue is likely with your authorization forms.
#248 ·
Hey, can I send my termination notice to Social Security dated June 27th, 2014—even if my actual last day on the job was July 1st? 😕
#249 ·
Patrick Peterson49 said:Hey, can I send my termination notice to Social Security dated June 27th, 2014—even if my actual last day on the job was July 1st? 😕
I’m assuming what you mean is that the actual termination date is July 1st, but you want to mail the paperwork early on June 27th. You can certainly do that. They will simply process it once the effective date of the separation arrives—so, from July 1st onwards.
#250 ·
How long is the processing taking on the Medicare Portal for you guys? I’ve had some requests sitting there for 12 days now, and I'm starting to wonder if this is just the new normal.
#251 ·
It is absolute chaos over at Medicare right now. I’m sitting here stuck in limbo myself, waiting for what feels like an eternity—it’s been about 16 days already. They finally reached out to me, offering some half-hearted apology about being "overwhelmed with volume," but let's call it what it really is: a total disaster. They are completely disorganized and have zero handle on their own processes...
#252 ·
I just assumed they were caught off guard by the seasonal surge in workload.
Thanks for the heads-up. 😉
Thanks for the heads-up. 😉
#253 ·
Aside from all these issues with the online portal...
So, I’ve got someone finishing up high school on June 30th who needs to get signed up for health insurance. Does the person actually need a formal certificate of graduation anymore, or is just having the diploma in hand enough?
I heard a rumor somewhere that those official certificates aren't even required now—apparently, schools don't even bother issuing them anymore.🤷
Now, regarding the stuff related to the e-problem...
I’ve knocked out about 30 filings so far, and honestly, the whole thing is giving me massive stress. Dealing with retirement paperwork is one thing—that part is fine—but this health insurance system is a complete nightmare. The app is absolute garbage, and everything moves at a snail's pace. It was so slow yesterday that I actually had to process a termination for an employee who hasn't even been successfully registered yet. Can you believe that?🙂
So, I’ve got someone finishing up high school on June 30th who needs to get signed up for health insurance. Does the person actually need a formal certificate of graduation anymore, or is just having the diploma in hand enough?
I heard a rumor somewhere that those official certificates aren't even required now—apparently, schools don't even bother issuing them anymore.🤷
Now, regarding the stuff related to the e-problem...
I’ve knocked out about 30 filings so far, and honestly, the whole thing is giving me massive stress. Dealing with retirement paperwork is one thing—that part is fine—but this health insurance system is a complete nightmare. The app is absolute garbage, and everything moves at a snail's pace. It was so slow yesterday that I actually had to process a termination for an employee who hasn't even been successfully registered yet. Can you believe that?🙂
#254 ·
Terry Sullivan56;50624896 said:Aside from those issues related to the e-problem...
If someone graduates high school on June 30th and wants to sign up for health insurance, do they still need an official certificate of completion, or is just showing their diploma enough?
I heard a rumor that those certificates aren't even required anymore because schools have stopped issuing them.🤷
I was actually at the clinic yesterday and overheard a woman asking the exact same thing right before me:
all you need is your social security card, a photocopy of your ID, and a copy of your diploma—nothing else...
#255 ·
The field for entering gross salary amounts is missing from the Social Security portal...🤷
I’m dealing with a bit of a headache right now—I need to update employee salaries—but I’m stuck. Is an amendment to their employment contract enough, or am I actually supposed to be updating this through the government system? I tried to do it myself, but there's just nowhere to put the numbers... it only lets me tweak things like hours worked, job titles, full-time vs part-time status, addresses, names, stuff like that. Does anyone know what's going on???😲
thanks
I’m dealing with a bit of a headache right now—I need to update employee salaries—but I’m stuck. Is an amendment to their employment contract enough, or am I actually supposed to be updating this through the government system? I tried to do it myself, but there's just nowhere to put the numbers... it only lets me tweak things like hours worked, job titles, full-time vs part-time status, addresses, names, stuff like that. Does anyone know what's going on???😲
thanks
#256 ·
I remember asking at the Social Security Administration once, and they basically told me that specific data point wasn't really their concern since they track everything through individual Social Security numbers rather than...
Now, mind you, that was probably three or four years ago, so it might be worth checking in with them again just to be sure...
Now, mind you, that was probably three or four years ago, so it might be worth checking in with them again just to be sure...
#257 ·
Quick question regarding payroll... specifically terminations...
In the past, when we had an employee leave, we'd handle the paperwork through both NOAA and Medicare & Medicaid Services, including documentation for their dependents via Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Now that everything has transitioned to electronic filing with NOAA and Medicare & Medicaid Services this year, how does the termination process actually work?
What specific digital attachments are required for the electronic NOAA and Medicare & Medicaid Services filings?
Thanks so much for the help!!
In the past, when we had an employee leave, we'd handle the paperwork through both NOAA and Medicare & Medicaid Services, including documentation for their dependents via Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Now that everything has transitioned to electronic filing with NOAA and Medicare & Medicaid Services this year, how does the termination process actually work?
What specific digital attachments are required for the electronic NOAA and Medicare & Medicaid Services filings?
Thanks so much for the help!!
#258 ·
As far as Medicare goes, I just handled the deregistration and nothing else... regarding HZZO, I honestly wouldn't know, since I don't actually use those services myself.
#259 ·
frozenangler12 said:As far as Medicare goes, I just handled the deregistration and nothing else... regarding HZZO, I honestly wouldn't know, since I don't actually use those services myself.
Don't you need an official termination notice on the Medicare portal?
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