Form SSA-3288. Consent for Release of Information

Form SSA-3288 is the Consent for Release of Information. Its primary purpose is to authorize the SSA to release an individual's personal and confidential information to designated third parties, such as healthcare providers, attorneys, or other organizations. The form allows individuals to specify who can receive their information and the purpose of the disclosure.

For example, if an individual wishes to grant their attorney access to their Social Security information for legal representation, they would complete this form to specify the scope of access and the purpose. The purpose is to protect the individual's privacy while enabling authorized third parties to access necessary information.

The parties involved are individuals who wish to authorize the release of their information, the SSA, and designated third parties. The form consists of sections for the individual's information, the third party's information, the scope of the disclosure, and the purpose. Proper completion is essential to ensure that the SSA releases information as intended.