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Rising Medicare Fraud: 450K Overcharged for Catheters

In an alarming report by the National Association of Accountable Care Organizations, over 450,000 Medicare beneficiaries, including retired nurse Linda Hennis, were erroneously billed for urinary catheters in 2023—a stark rise from the 50,000 cases in previous years. Hennis’s account was charged $12,000 for 2,000 catheters she never ordered or received, shedding light on a […]

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March 14, 2024

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Printable Guide: Spot & Report Key Medicare Fraud Schemes

Discover a valuable resource for combating Medicare fraud with our comprehensive tip sheets. Designed for easy printing, these sheets cover a wide range of schemes including ambulance fraud, genetic testing scams, and more. Ideal for community distribution, event sharing, or enlightening family and friends, they serve as a powerful tool in the fight against fraud. […]

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March 14, 2024

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NYTimes.com: How Fraudsters Break Into Social Security Accounts and Steal Benefits

The Office of the Inspector General of the Social Security Administration has warned that several thousand people a year, including in Hawaii, have been scammed out of their monthly Social Security benefit checks.  Since most people use direct deposit of their checks, they may not even realize it has happened until they run out of […]

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March 14, 2024

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Decoding Your MSN/EOB: Guide to Medicare Statements & Fraud Prevention

Ever received a Medicare Summary Notice (MSN) or an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) and puzzled over what they entail? It’s crucial to know these documents are not bills but detailed records of the services or supplies Medicare has paid for you. From hospital stays to doctor’s appointments, these notices cover a vast range of services. […]

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March 8, 2024

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