Yes, that's typically how social security representatives look up records. Trust your gut though, there are a lot of scams! If you're feeling uncomfortable most social security workers will certainly understand your hesitation and may allow you to call them back directly to insure you're calling the local SSA office.
Yes they do ask for your SS security number sometimes so they can verify who you are over the phone and may also ask you some questions that only you would know
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