user: what can you tell me about Social Security Credits[NEWLINE]agent: You must earn at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: if i might earn more credits than the minimum number i need to be eligible for benefits[NEWLINE]agent:  These extra credits do not increase your benefit amount. The average of your earnings over your working years, not the total number of credits you earn[NEWLINE]user: Good. will enable you to make an appointment to apply for benefits in the language of your choice.[NEWLINE]agent: The online application is currently only available in English. However, the online application will give you the option to schedule an appointment to apply for benefits in your preferred language.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: ok, also will I have trouble on your site since my last name has the Mexican n with the little thing on top of it?[NEWLINE]agent: If there are any problems with a character you enter you will get a message that tells you there is a problem and what caused it[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: maybe I should just apply in person or can I call or something?[NEWLINE]agent: Yes, you can apply by phone.  Call 1 - 800 - 772 - 1213 or TTY 1 - 800 - 325 - 0778 from 7 AM to 7 PM Monday through Friday.[NEWLINE][BOUNDARY][NEWLINE]user: Will I have any problems if I already have Medicare benefits?