Medicare fraud, waste and abuse costs all of us billions of dollars, which results in higher health care costs and taxes for everyone.
To avoid becoming a victim, here are some fraud prevention tips:
Never give out any of your personal information over the phone or by U.S. mail or email.
Don’t give your Social Security, Medicare, credit card or bank numbers to strangers.
Ignore phone, U.S. mail and email requests for information — nothing is free!
Check and compare your Medicare and medical provider bills to make sure your doctor/medical provider only billed you for services and supplies you received.
If you suspect fraud, call your Snohomish County Senior Medicare Patrol with the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors at 425-290-1276.
Information provided in cooperation by the Washington state Senior Medicare Patrol Program, Homage Senior Services and the State Office of the Insurance Commissioner.
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