Across the nation, genetic testing companies are targeting Medicare beneficiaries with offers of so-called “free” DNA or cancer screenings. You may see them at senior clubs, community centers, health fairs, or even in parking lots. They may promise you valuable health insights—but what they really want is your Medicare number.
These offers can be dangerous. Scammers may steal your personal information, submit false claims to Medicare, or push unnecessary tests that only create confusion about your health.
Be cautious if you notice:
You can protect yourself and your Medicare benefits with a few simple steps:
SMP Hawaiʻi is here to help. Our statewide volunteers empower Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers to prevent, detect, and report health care fraud. Our trained volunteers serve in many roles, including:
By staying alert and speaking up, you can protect yourself and others in Hawaiʻi from Medicare scams.
➡ Take action today. If you suspect Medicare fraud, errors, or abuse—or if you’re interested in joining our volunteer team—contact SMP Hawaii. Together, we can keep our community safe and our Medicare system strong.
👉 Stay tuned for our next blog, where we’ll share more tips on spotting health care scams and protecting your benefits.
