Voice of the Consumer: When bad guys call about health insurance, hang up

Here's yet another reason NOT to answer the telephone unless you recognize the number. Crooks are busy this month stirring up confusion over health care. I want to thank Nina and other local seniors for letting me know about these calls which have been circulating for the last few weeks in southern Colorado. It makes me angry when crooks try to scare folks into giving out personal information. If you're ever unsure, hang up. Remember you're talking to a stranger.

Seniors say they're told that Aetna or Blue Cross Blue Shield is on the line, needing to "update your medical record." Some seniors are warned their prescription drug coverage will lapse or their medical insurance will be canceled unless they answer a few crucial

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