how much personal information do you have to give up to see a provider? i guess it depends, but typically..?  I have seen reviews saying "some sort of identification needed". does that mean you have to show the provider / agency your ID?

Try the Self Help Center. You will find the best answers to your questions there. In this case, use the link below and scroll down to the "Prescreening" section for all you want to know.

you need to give the lady will vary.  The lady's safety is paramount.  If the lady wants you to give information about yourself that you are not comfortable with, then move on to another lady.

If you have no references yet, expect to have to give a lot, including work, home, etc.

Keep in mind that the provider's need for this is protection for you that she plays safe, and that should give you some comfort.

If she is well reviewed (The only kind a newbie should even consider.), the odds of her doing anything bad with your information are next to nil.)

But you should never give out more information than you are comfortable giving. A "piece of ass" is not worth losing you family or job over. And you should never give out your driver license number of social security number to anyone for any reason.  

However,  LE (Law Enforcement)  doesn't care who they see, nor do ROB's.. So be careful of  anyone who will let just anybody over, you never know what you will be walking into or who will be walking in.

I will NEVER see ANYONE without either verifying employment and/or references. .So do your homework, don't wait till last minute. For your first time, see someone who has reviews, and has a good reputation you can trust with you personal information. If you treat her  right if can open many doors for you in the future.

Play safe and have fun
Megan Riley