Senior citizens are often a vulnerable target for health care scammers. This article discusses some of the more common healthcare scams that seniors should watch out for. There are online scammers who sell fake prescription drugs to seniors who are looking to save money. Fake prescription discount programs are also an online problem impacting seniors. The elderly can also become prey to exaggerated or false claims about what certain products can do for their health or longevity. This article also provides important information about ways people can avoid health insurance fraud. It is important to be wary of any online solicitations that ask for personal information like Social Security or bank account numbers. Senior citizens should use the information in this article to help them be more alert about online health care scams.
See Amy Fontinelle, Healthcare Scams That Target Seniors, Investopedia, March 21, 2016.
