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20/23 Web Series on Fraud and Abuse – From Our Banks: Restoring & Strengthening Trust

Following remarks by Hawaii’s leading financial institutions’ corporate security officials speak about various types of scams involving their customers and what steps to take when working with their banks to prevent fraud. Among the issues they address are relationship-building, knowing our account status, de-escalating violence and consumer reporting of possible fraud. SMP Hawaii’s web series […]

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February 13, 2023

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Medicare Fraud FAQs

Senior Medicare Patrols (SMPs) empower and assist Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers to prevent, detect, and report health care fraud, errors, and abuse through outreach, counseling, and education.

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January 31, 2023

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Health & Technology for Kupuna

Technology Connects Seniors to Services. What’s Inside: Email vs Postal Mail Create Strong Passwords Tech Talk The Affordable Connectivity Program my Social Security Account Attention Medicaid Members!!

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January 30, 2023

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Scale of Intent – Differences Between Fraud & Errors

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between fraud, errors, or abuse? This scale of intent can help show the difference. Essentially, the biggest indication something is fraudulent is the intent behind it. When people commit Medicare fraud, they are knowingly doing something that can cause harm. To learn more, contact SMP Hawaii: 808-586-7281 […]

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January 30, 2023

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