Social Security to require more in-person beneficiary visits to fight fraud

Those who cannot use an online identity-proving tool will soon need to visit a local Social Security office in person to prove their identity, the Social Security Administration (SSA) said on Tuesday.

"Over the next two weeks, SSA will carefully transition to stronger identity proofing procedures for both benefit claims and direct deposit changes," a statement said. 

"Individuals seeking these services who cannot use their personal ‘my Social Security’ account, which requires online identity proofing...