A computer readable storage medium storing computer readable program code,
the code configured to provide caller identification information to a
called party when standard Caller ID cannot be provided. If standard
caller ID information cannot be provided for a call, the call is
interrupted by the present service and the calling party is prompted for
audible caller identification information. In one embodiment, when the
audible caller identification is provided, the call is presented to the
called party with a distinctive ring at the called telephone station. In
another embodiment, the calling party may enter a personal identification
number (PIN) to bypass the requirement for audible caller identification
information. In still another embodiment, when the PIN is entered, the
call is presented with a distinctive ring at the called communication
station. In still another embodiment, the called party may send the
incoming call to a voice mail system.