You live in Chicago where your area code is 312. Your mom lives in Los Angeles and her area code is 213. You could get a virtual phone number in 213 that rings to your Telphonex line. Now mom doesn't have to pay long distance charges when she calls you. Remember Telphonex also offers Phone Numbers worldwide so you can receive calls from friends and family from in any location we offer. to see what area codes and countries we offer