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Keep an eye out for scams during Medicare Open Enrollment
Medicare scams spike during open enrollment season, with scammers posing as insurance providers offering free gifts or limited time offers.
It’s open enrollment season for Medicare. Eligible beneficiaries have until December 7 to shop for the best deal for their health care dollar. This also also means it’s Medicare fraud season; some of the deals offered right now aren't deals at all. AARP offers guidance to help you navigate Medicare. Check out AARP's Medicare Resource Center
Unfortunately, Medicare scams spike during open enrollment season. Scammers may pose as insurance providers offering free gifts or limited time offers. These scams are all designed to capture information that can be used to bill Medicare fraudulently.
Here are some tips to help avoid scams during open enrollment:
- Be suspicious of anyone who calls, emails or visits you promoting a Medicare plan.
- Legitimate health plans can only contact you if you’ve requested information or you have an existing relationship with them.
- Avoid giving personal information to anyone who calls or visits out of the blue.
- Review your Medicare or Explanation of Benefits statement to ensure fraudulent charges aren’t included.
Be a fraud fighter! Remember: If you can spot a scam, you can stop a scam.
The AARP Fraud Watch Network is a free resource for all. Learn how to proactively spot scams or get guidance if you’ve been targeted. Visit www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork or call our dedicated helpline to speak to a fraud specialist at 1-877-908-3360.
