As healthcare becomes more complex, so do the ways scammers exploit older adults. These fraudsters often prey on seniors’ trust in medical providers, their unfamiliarity with complicated insurance processes, and their desire to stay healthy. From fake Medicare calls to fraudulent medical devices, these scams can drain savings, cause emotional distress, and even compromise health.
Understanding how these scams operate is the first step toward protecting yourself and those you love. Here are eight of the most common healthcare scams that target older adults and how you can spot them before they do damage.
