Medicare Fraud Prevention

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You can protect yourself and help keep the costs of healthcare down by being aware of and reporting Medicare Fraud. Commissioner Mike Causey has declared the week of June 5 through the 11 as Medicare Fraud Prevention Week.

If you live in Lenoir County and have questions about Medicare, contact our office at 252-527-2191. We have counselors available to help you!

RALEIGH - North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is highlighting the importance of the public protecting themselves against acts of Medicare fraud during Medicare Fraud Prevention Week, which begins today and runs through June 11. Criminal acts of fraud costs Medicare an estimated $60 billion per year and costs Medicare beneficiaries valuable time, stress, their medical identities, and even their health. It costs families, friends, and caregivers in worry and lost work when helping their loved ones recover from falling victim to Medicare fraud. "Medicare fraud has a devastating impact on both beneficiaries and the Medicare program," said NC Department of Insurance Commissioner, Mike Causey. "Medicare beneficiaries and Seniors in North Carolina are encouraged to protect, detect and report suspected fraud, errors, and abuse. Our NCSMP program teach people how to avoid experiencing Medicare fraud. By preventing fraud from happening, this program helps individuals and protects the Medicare program for generations to come." Consumers can learn more about fraud by joining the NC Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) and their partners for Medicare Fraud Prevention Week, The start date is June 5, or "6-5," because most people become eligible for Medicare when they turn 65 years old. The North Carolina Senior Medicare Patrol (NCSMP) Program is housed within the Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) at the North Carolina Department of Insurance. SMPS help educate and empower Medicare beneficiaries in the fight against health care fraud. Your SMP can help you with your questions, concerns, or complaints about potential fraud and abuse issues. It also provides information and educational presentations.NC SHIIP Logo
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