Also posted this in the scam thread…
Second fraudulent charge processed thru H’s account. Since we were out of town for 3+ weeks, I didn’t catch the first charge (2/22) and the second charge was for 3/27. I wasn’t home to ‘opt out’. So this scam group has got the schedule down pat.
When I reported the second fraud claim the agent immediately suggested assigning a new medicare number!!! We will get a letter in about 2 weeks confirming a change and then will receive the new ID.
Sadly, Medicare will not reverse the fraud charges…so the scammers have already won. The agent also said this type of fraud has already lead to pre-authorization requirements for some classes of claims. She mentioned diabetes supplies, braces, splints etc. She Indicted that COVID test supplies might require pre-authorization in the future. And/or those supplies will no longer qualify for mail order but instead need to be ordered and picked up in person.
Folks…check your Medicare accounts.