How to spot & prevent Medicare fraud & abuse

You can help spot and prevent Medicare fraud and abuse by:

• Comparing the dates and services on your calendar with the Medicare statements you get to make sure you got each service listed and that all the details are correct.
• Checking your claims early.
• Checking the receipts and statements you get from providers for mistakes, and calling your provider’s office if you think a charge is incorrect. The person you speak to may be able to help you understand the services or supplies you got, or they may realize a billing error was made.
• Knowing what a Medicare health or drug plan can and can’t do before you join.
• Learning more about Medicare and recent scams.