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Learn How to Protect Yourself
from Medicare Fraud
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22 JUNE 1, 2023 | JEWISH EXPONENT
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M ore than 65 million people in the United States were
enrolled in Medicare as of February, with more people
becoming eligible and enrolling each year.

But anyone on Medicare is at risk of Medicare-related fraud,
and the Medicare program continues to warn people to watch
out for scammers who steal Medicare numbers and other
personal information to exploit beneficiaries’ benefits.

Broadly speaking, Medicare fraud occurs when someone
makes false claims for health care services, procedures and
equipment to obtain Medicare payments. Medicare fraud costs
taxpayers billions of dollars and puts the health and welfare of
beneficiaries at risk.

“Anyone on Medicare can be a target of Medicare fraud,”
said Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure. “But there are steps you can take
to protect yourself and your loved ones by using CMS’ fraud



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How to Spot Medicare Scams
There are many types of Medicare
scams, taking the form of unsolicited
emails, phone calls, text messages,
social media posts and phony web-
sites. Scammers often claim to be from
the Medicare office, an insurance com-
pany or a government office. They’ll
ask for your personal and financial
information, such as your Medicare or
Social Security number, so that they
can submit false claims for payment.

Remember that Medicare will never
call, text, email or contact you through
social media asking for your Medicare
number. How to Protect Yourself
You’ll also need to know how to pro-
tect yourself from potential fraudsters.

Remember to:
• Guard your Medicare number just
like your Social Security card and
credit card
• Share your Medicare number only
with trusted health care providers
• Review your Medicare statements,
watch for services billed that look
suspicious and ask questions if
something looks wrong
How to Report Scammers
Reporting Medicare fraud protects
you and millions of other people with
Medicare and those with disabilities. If
you or someone you know has expe-
rienced Medicare fraud or suspect an
offer you’ve received is a scam, report
it as soon as possible.

To learn more about Medicare fraud,
visit Medicare.gov/fraud. To report
potential Medicare fraud, you can call
1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) or
report the scam to the Federal Trade
Commission at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. ■
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