Health Care Schemes & COVID-19 Pandemic
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) sends out warnings of emerging Health Care Schemes related to the COVID-19 Pandemic The FBI is warning the public about several emerging health care fraud schemes related to the COVID-19 pandemic. “Criminals are actively manipulating the COVID-19 pandemic to their advantage,” said Calvin A. Shivers, assistant director of the FBI’s Criminal Investigative Division. “We ask all Americans to remain vigilant to avoid falling victim to these schemes.” Bad actors are selling fake COVID-19 test kits and unapproved treatments through telemarketing calls, social media platforms, and door-to-door visits. Many scammers promise free care to patients in order to gain access to their personal and health insurance information, including their dates of birth, Social Security numbers, and financial data. The FBI wants the public to be aware of the following schemes: COVID-19 Testing Schemes Beware of individuals who contact you in person, by phone, […]
