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Scammers Target Family Members

By Maureen Patterson | 11/17/2025 | 0
Family silhouette holding hands against a warm sunset sky, representing togetherness and connection.

It can be harder to detect and often more effective than contacting seniors directly.

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Marketer Sentenced for Hospice Fraud

By Maureen Patterson | 11/13/2025 | 0
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The case is part of a $30 million hospice fraud scheme.

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Scams Surge During Open Enrollment

By Maureen Patterson | 11/11/2025 | 0
Stethoscope rests on a form titled "Open Enrollment" for health or insurance.

Be wary of unsolicited calls, emails, or visits and use trusted resources.

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Medicare Fraud Becomes More Sophisticated

By Maureen Patterson | 10/30/2025 | 0
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Scammers exploit technology and fear.

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Man Gets Almost Five Years in Hospice Scheme

By Maureen Patterson | 10/28/2025 | 0
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Purported hospice services were billed in the names of deceased doctors.

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Protect Yourself During Open Enrollment

By Maureen Patterson | 10/22/2025 | 0
Neon sign displaying "open" with a glowing circular frame, advertising open enrollment.

The Federal Trade Commission gives advice.

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Marketer Sentenced to Almost Five Years

By Maureen Patterson | 10/20/2025 | 0
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Medicare beneficiaries were recruited at grocery stores, pharmacies, or car dealerships.

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Update: Pair Sentenced in Wound Grafts Scheme

By Maureen Patterson | 10/16/2025 | 0
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They allegedly targeted elderly Medicare patients, many terminally ill in hospice care.

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Clinic Agrees to Pay Over $2.8 Million

By Maureen Patterson | 10/13/2025 | 0
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It allegedly unbundled a panel test and billed for each individual test.

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Scammers Ramp Up for Open Enrollment

By Maureen Patterson | 10/08/2025 | 0
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Know scam tactics and how to protect yourself.

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