How to Report a Death

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Call the Emergency Services immediately after you determine there’s a possible death.

   Give them your exact location and address.
   
   If you don’t have access to a phone, try going next store and asking the person to call the Emergency Services for you.
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   Step 2: Avoid touching anything around the body

   , They are likely to bring an ambulance. , Ask the funeral home when the certificate of death will be available.
   
   You will need a copy of the death certificate to continue with your notifications to the government and credit companies.
   
   A physician must prepare the death certificate, which also reports the cause of death.Funeral homes usually procure the death certificate as well as copies for the family.
   
   The time it takes to get a death certificate will depend upon whether a crime is being investigated or whether an autopsy is being performed.
   
   Ask the police and the funeral home for updates on this certificate., They are able to help make arrangements and report deaths.
   
   Give your social security number to the funeral director to aid in this process.
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   Step 3: unless you are attempting life-saving procedures.

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   Step 4: Wait for the police to arrive.

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   Step 5: Identify the body at the house or the police station if necessary.

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   Step 6: Choose your funeral home.

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