Nov 26, 2019

Beware of Medicare Open Enrollment Scams

The open enrollment period for changing Medicare Advantage and Part D prescription plans ends December 7. While Medicare-related fraud is a year-round concern, Medicare recipients should be especially alert for fraudsters during open enrollment, when scammers use the increased public attention about Medicare choices as an opportunity to strike. Take precautions to avoid becoming a victim of identity theft or Medicare fraud by guarding your Medicare number — and other personal information. Shop and compare plans to ensure you are getting the plan that best meets your needs, and don’t fall for high-pressure sales pitches.

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Nov 18, 2019

Utility Scam Awareness Week, November 17-23

Michigan AG Nessel and Public Service Commission Urge Residents to Know the Signs of Fraud During Utility Scam Awareness Week

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) today urged residents to know the signs of fraud during Utility Scam Awareness Week, November 17-23.

“Raising awareness and educating customers about scams is one of my top priorities,” Nessel said. “Utility Scam Awareness Week is a great opportunity to help spread awareness about suspicious behaviors and the tactics scammers use to target utility customers.”

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Nov 15, 2019

Consumer Alert on Active Spoofing Scam Targeting Michigan Residents

The Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), the federal agency that administers the Crime Victims Fund, has received multiple reports that its name is being used as part of an imposter scam targeting individuals throughout the country.

Be alert for calls from anyone representing themselves as an OVC employee or being from the “OVC Fraud Prevention Unit.” The OVC has no such unit.

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