Across the nation – including in the state of Michigan – genetic testing company representatives are offering “free” genetic tests to Medicare beneficiaries. These tests can also be referred to as DNA screenings, cancer screenings, and hereditary testing, to name a few. The representatives go to senior centers, senior housing, health fairs, and even parking lots to convince people to let them take a cheek swab for testing. They advertise on TV and online. They promise that the results will help recipients avoid diseases or find the right medications. All they ask for in return is the person’s Medicare number.  Click the link below to read more.

http://www.bgcatering.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/PSA-Medicare-Fraud-by-SMP.pdf

Another scam that is going around is one where the caller says they are from Social Security.  Please read more by clicking the link below.

Social Security Scam