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Protecting Yourself
• Your Medicare number is usually your Social Security number. Take your Social Security number off of your Driver’s License and your checks.
• Don’t give your Medicare or Medicaid number to strangers.
• Never allow anyone to convince you to contact your physician requesting a service you do not need.
• Never accept medical supplies or equipment from a door-to-door salesperson.
• Let your personal physician recommend all medical services and equipment for you.
• Don’t buy products or services from people claiming they are from Medicare. The Federal government NEVER endorses the products or services of any individual or company.
• Don’t let someone review your medical or prescription records without your physician’s or pharmacist’s approval.
• Never let someone use pressure or scare tactics to sell you medical equipment, supplies, or health insurance.
• When you are satisfied that everything has been appropriately paid, shred all documents that have your Medicare number
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