Form SSA-1699. Registration for Appointed Representative Services and Direct Payment

Form SSA-1699 is used for Registration for Appointed Representative Services and Direct Payment. The primary purpose of this form is to allow representatives to register for the SSA's Appointed Representative Services and request direct payment of their authorized fees for representing claimants in Social Security matters.

For example, when an attorney or advocate wishes to provide representation services to claimants before the SSA and receive payment for their services directly from the SSA, they would use this form to register and request direct payment. The purpose is to establish a formal arrangement for the provision of services and payment.

The parties involved are representatives offering their services and the SSA. The form consists of sections for the representative's information, details about their services, and the request for direct payment. Accurate completion of this form is important for establishing the payment arrangement.