Alliance Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Missouri Enlists Members’ Help in Catching Medicare Fraud
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Taxpayers Shoulder Hefty Burden for Illegitimate Health Care Claims
Both the government, which administers Original Medicare, and private health plans, which contract with the government to administer
Stubbers said the industry has begun incorporating the latest technology from the banking industry to catch fraud, waste and abuse earlier. “Have you ever gone on a spending spree only to get a call from your credit card company that same day to make sure your card wasn’t stolen?” Stubbers asked. “In the same way, health plans have begun detecting claims that might be out of the ordinary to stop fraud before it happens.”
But even with these technologies, the frontline of defense against
Guard your insurance information. Safeguard your insurance and/or prescription drug card, just like you would your credit card. If someone calls or visits asking for your insurance information, don’t give it to them, even if they claim to be with a health plan or
Don’t fall for illegitimate offers. Many health care thieves target their victims with offers of cash or other rewards. For example, someone may offer you cash for the use of your insurance or drug card or for switching to another plan. This is illegal. Don’t do it. Additionally, be suspicious of anyone who offers you free medical equipment or services and asks for your card number. Remember the old adage: “If it sounds too good to be true, then it probably is.”
Make sure you get all your medication. When you visit your pharmacy, make sure that you get all of your medicine. That means if your doctor ordered 30 pills, then you should get all 30 -- and not just 25. Also make sure you get the drug the doctor ordered, and not another, unless your physician allowed for generic substitutions.
Check your receipt. When you go to the grocery store, chances are you check your receipt to make sure you weren’t overcharged.
Report suspect charges immediately. If you think you have been the victim of
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This information is intended for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as medical advice. Please consult your health care provider for advice about treatments that may affect your health.
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