How Do You Report Medicare Fraud, Errors, Or Abuse?
Medicare fraud is an increasing problem, but you can be part of the solution! Do you think you may have been a victim of Medicare fraud? If so, follow these steps to report the suspected fraud, error, or abuse. You can help protect yourself and the Medicare program! Collect any documentation you have about the suspected Medicare fraud, error, or abuse. This could include items such as a Medicare Summary Notice (MSN), billing statement, letter, etc. Write down any other details about the situation, including important dates and times or information about anyone you contacted about the issue. Think carefully about the suspected fraud, error, or abuse. Could it be a mistake or an oversight? For instance, let’s say that you received a statement from your doctor saying that you (or Medicare) owes money for a service you never received. First, contact the doctor and try to get the charge removed. It may have been a mistake that can be easily fixed. But, if that doesn’t work, follow the steps
