COVID-19 Fraud

As the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency comes to an end, fraudsters are still attempting to bill Medicare for sham tests or treatments and are targeting individuals to illegally obtain money or Medicare numbers. 

Report potential COVID-19 fraud, errors, or abuse if:

  • You provided your Medicare number to someone other than your doctor, health care provider, or other trusted representative who contacted you through an unsolicited call, text, or email 
  • Someone comes to your door offering “free” coronavirus testing, treatment, or supplies
  • You were told there was a COVID-19 Medicare card coming and you needed to confirm your Medicare number
  • You took a survey and gave out your Medicare number in exchange for money or gifts
  • You purchased a COVID-19 vaccination card

To learn more about tips related to COVID-19 fraud, click here.

To learn how to read your Medicare Summary Notice (MSN) or Explanation of Benefits (EOB), click here.

Report Suspected Fraud

To report suspected fraud, click here.

COVID-19 Fraud Resources

Ending of the Public Health Emergency:

SMP Consumer Fraud Alert Resources:

Coverage:

Testing Scams:

Vaccine/Treatment Scams:

Other COVID-19 Resources

 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):

 CMS COVID-19 Resources for Vulnerable Populations:

Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

OIG Fraud Alert Resources

Social Security Fraud Alert Resources

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