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Medicare Fraud and Abuse

CHA News Editor/Writer: Karen Fletcher, MPH, CHA Publications Consultant. E-mail

Offer for Free Shoes Masks Common Medicare Fraud Scam: Feb. 23, 2010 Chico case highlights a common fraud scenario happening in California on a daily basis. Learn what footwear Medicare covers for certain diabetic beneficiaries.
On the Fraud Front: Medicare Advantage Plans ‘Tell On’ Each Other: March 2, 2009
Easy Resources to Stop Unsolicited Mail, Emails and Telemarketing Calls: November 19, 2008
Telephone Scams in California Continue – Protect Your Medicare and Credit Card Info: JULY 1, 2008
California’s Senior Medicare Patrol Project Saves Medicare Over $7 Million in Fraud Claims: JUNE 16, 2008
State and National Bills Introduced to Protect Seniors from Fake Financial Experts: 2008
SMP Volunteer Highlight of Recent CMS Press Conference: 2008
Los Angeles and Florida Pilot Program Targets Medicare Fraud: 2007
National SMP Conference Launches a Fresh Look in a New Era of Consumer Protection: 2007
CMS Tip Sheet Provides Simple Suggestions on Preventing Medicare Fraud: 2006
Los Angeles County Home Health Agency Identifies Potential Fraud Scam: 2006
MEDIC is Here to Monitor Part D Fraud: 2006