Help with a Federal Agency

This press release from Representative Eric A. "Rick" Crawford (R-AR) was published on 2025-01-03 and titled "Help with a Federal Agency".

Help with a Federal Agency

Help with a Federal Agency Image admin Fri, 01/03/2025 - 18:02 If you can't get an answer from a federal agency in a timely fashion, or if you feel you have been treated unfairly, our office may be able to help resolve a problem or get you the information you need. While we cannot guarantee you a favorable outcome, we will do our best to help you receive a fair and timely response to your problem. Residents of the 1st Congressional District of Arkansas can contact us for assistance in dealing with Federal agencies. In order to better serve you, this form will generate a printable pdf document that you should sign and mail, fax, or deliver in person to our office. Please include all pertinent information and claim numbers in your correspondence—such as: Your Social Security number for a case involving Social Security; VA claim number for a case with Department of Veterans Affairs; Taxpayer identification number (Social Security number, if individual) for an Internal Revenue Service problem, etc.; Your address, home phone number and daytime phone number (if different than home) so that we can obtain any additional information from you that might be necessary; Copies of any related documents or correspondence that you may have from the agency involved; Please Note: The Privacy Act of 1974 ( 5 U.S.C. § 552a ) requires that Members of Congress or their staff have written authorization before they can obtain information about an individual's case. We must have your signature to proceed with this type of request . Submit Your Casework Request Here Additional Resources THOMAS : The Library of Congress Internet Legislative Information System. Updated daily, it provides a searchable database for information about bills passed in Congress, bills pending in Congress, and House and Senate floor speeches and debates recorded daily in the Congressional Record. Federal Departments, Bureaus, Agencies : A comprehensive list of links to the homepages of federal organizations, from the CIA and the Social Security Administration to the Department of Commerce and the White House. FedWorld Information Network : A searchable database of federal information. Government Printing Office : Provides free, searchable electronic access to a wealth of important information published by the federal government. The information provided on this site is the official version of government documents. The White House U.S. House of Representatives U.S. Senate Library of Congress Federal Judiciary : Get the latest updates on the U.S. court system. FirstGov.gov : Search all federal websites from a single site. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid I lost my Medicare card. How do I get a new one? If you lose your card, contact your local Social Security office at 1-800-Medicare or visit the Medicare website immediately to get a new one. Please protect your Medicare card just as you would a credit card. Your Medicare card in the wrong hands can be used to submit fraudulent claims. Medicare Website Social Security Administration I recently moved to another state. How do I update my address with Medicare? To protect you and ensure your receipt of your benefits, please let your Social Security office know that your address has changed. The number for the Social Security Administration is 1-800-772-1213. Does Medicare Part B pay for prescription drugs? Currently, Medicare does not include a prescription drug benefit. However, if coverage guidelines are met, Medicare allows payment for some immunosuppressive, oral, anti-emetic and nebulizer drugs. The Benefits Improvement and Protection Act of 2000 requires Medicare suppliers to accept assignment on Medicare-covered drugs. Although I am able to walk, I have a difficult time walking long distances. Would Medicare allow payment for a wheelchair or Power Operated Vehicle (POV)? Medicare wheelchair and POV coverage guidelines indicate that in order to allow payment for a wheelchair, a person with Medicare must be bed or chair-confined without the use of a wheelchair. Furthermore in terms of POV all of the following criteria must be met: You require a wheelchair to maneuver in your home; You cannot operate a manual wheelchair; You can safely operate the controls of a POV; You can transfer safely to and from a POV and have adequate trunk stability to safely ride in a POV You need a prescription from your physician prior to purchasing the POV, and the physician and supplier must complete a Certificate of Medical Necessity (CMN). Submit Your Casework Request Here Department of Education What happens if I default on my federal student loan? It is extremely important not to default on any loan, and defaulting on a federal student loan will impact your credit history. Eventually, your wages may be garnished as a result of defaulting on a student loan. However, if you feel you may have to default, or if you are already in default, you should contact your lending company for counseling. Get more information on loan defaul