Protecting Yourself from Medicare Scams: What You Need to Know

Protecting Yourself from Medicare Scams: What You Need to Know

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Open Enrollment season for Medicare brings an increased risk of scams targeting seniors. It’s important to be aware of the latest Medicare scams and take steps to protect your personal information. Learn about the Medicare imposter scam, the Medicare flex card scam, the free medical equipment scam, the free lab test scam, and the Medicare Advantage sales call scam. Follow these tips to prevent Medicare fraud and know what to do if you become a victim.

Beware of the Elon Musk “Freedom Giveaway” Scam on Twitter

Beware of the Elon Musk “Freedom Giveaway” Scam on Twitter

Technology

Beware of the “Freedom Giveaway” scam on Twitter, where cybercriminals target users by adding them to a fake list and directing them to a phony website. Scammers use an image of an Elon Musk tweet to lure victims into entering their BTC wallet addresses and promise multiple returns on their investment. Victims who fall for the scam lose their crypto and may be at risk of having their devices hacked. It is crucial to remove oneself from the scam list, report the scammer’s account, and take steps to secure one’s wallet and device.