The Internal Revenue Service recently warned of a new COVID-related texting scam where scammers trick people into giving their bank account information under the guise of receiving the $1,200 Economic Impact Payment. The scam text message states: "You have received a direct deposit of $1,200 from COVID-19 TREAS FUND. Further action is required to accept this payment into your … [Read more...] about Beware of COVID Texting Scam from IRS
Getting People the Right Medicare Coverage
Your Support Makes a Difference! With Medicare's Open Enrollment having just one month to go, beneficiaries are faced with many choices. Whether to stay in Original Medicare or join a Medicare Advantage plan? Whether to switch MA plans, or to return to Original Medicare and buy a supplement plan? The options can be overwhelming and confusing. We at California Health … [Read more...] about Getting People the Right Medicare Coverage
Watch Out for Sutter Health Scams
Do you get your insurance through Sutter Health? Or do you know someone who does? If so, pass on this fraud alert of scammers calling enrollees while pretending to be employees from Sutter Health. These fraudsters are asking enrollees for their full Social Security numbers, banking info, credit card numbers and other personal information to "verify their identity". Don't do it. … [Read more...] about Watch Out for Sutter Health Scams
Medicare Open Enrollment is Coming! Know the Do’s & Don’ts of Medicare Advantage Plan Marketing
Medicare's Annual Open Enrollment begins October 15, and with it beneficiaries will once again be faced with a dizzying array of coverage options. Should I stay in Original Medicare with a Medigap policy to supplement my coverage, an option that allows me to see any doctor or use any facility that accepts Medicare?Or should I join a Medicare Advantage plan, or switch plans … [Read more...] about Medicare Open Enrollment is Coming! Know the Do’s & Don’ts of Medicare Advantage Plan Marketing
Over $145 Million Lost to COVID-19 Scams
Did you know that to date Americans have lost at least $145 million to coronavirus related fraud and scams? Over 200,000 complaints, with a median loss of $300, have been reported to the Federal Trade Commission between January 1 and September 22, 2020. These scams are diverse, and have played off of federal stimulus payments and other forms of financial relief, personal … [Read more...] about Over $145 Million Lost to COVID-19 Scams
