Be vigilant about Medicare telephone, internet scams; Covering; The Bases
I received a call stating that Medicare is issuing new cards and I must verify information to receive my new card. I recall reading that new Medicare cards are being issued. However, I had a bad feeling about the caller who was relentless and threatened me that I would have a lapse in benefits if I did not provide my verifications including my
You were being targeted for a scam. You were wise to follow your instincts and not provide personal information.
The scam you describe is taking advantage of a new law to protect your personal information. The
Medicare will not be calling clients to verify or update any information. It is advised that you protect your personal information and do not disclose your
Your new Medicare card will automatically arrive in the mail. You do not need to do anything as long as your address is up to date with
The mailings will be staggered; your card may arrive at a different time than your friend's or neighbor's. Once you receive your new Medicare card, you may destroy your old Medicare card. You may begin using your new Medicare card right away.
Your doctors and other health professional are aware that new Medicare cards are being issued and are ready to use your new Medicare card once it arrives.
My sister has such a low income (
There are programs to help your sister. The first program is called the Specified Low Income Beneficiary Program. Under this program, her Medicare Part B monthly premiums would be paid by the state of
If a person's income is below
To help reduce the costs of her medications, she would want to apply for the Medicare Part D Extra Help Program. The income levels for the Part D Extra Help Program are below
She may apply for this program online at www.ssa.gov. If she does not use a computer, she may call
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