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Why do I need to give my employer my children's social security numbers to get medical benefits?

I have under age children and in order for them to be on my medical insurance, my employer states that they need to have their social security numbers. In light of the fact that identity theft is so wide spread, I am apprehensive abou this.

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Doctor offices and hospital routinely categorize and bill for medical and medical related services by social security numbers.

Check with a lawyer in your locale to discuss more of the details.

Good luck to you.

God bless.

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