Medicare says scammers are targeting Americans amid open enrollment period

Medicare says scammers are targeting Americans amid open enrollment period

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The video discusses scams during Medicare's open enrollment period. Holly Furfur introduces the topic, and the FTC warns about scammers pretending to be from Medicare, asking for personal information. Viewers are reminded that Medicare cards are sent automatically for free. Scammers may also use Medicare numbers to file fake claims. The FTC advises never to give information to unexpected callers. Open enrollment continues until December 7th.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main topic discussed in the introduction of the video?

Insurance policies

Medicare benefits

Medicare scams during open enrollment

Healthcare reforms

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do scammers falsely claim to need from you?

Your social security number

Your Medicare or bank account number

Your home address

Your email address

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What might scammers do with your Medicare number?

Enroll you in a new plan

File fake claims for medical equipment

Send you promotional offers

Update your contact information

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the FTC recommend you do if you receive an unexpected call asking for personal information?

Provide the information requested

Ignore the call

Never give out personal information

Call back later

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Until when does the Medicare open enrollment period last?

November 30th

December 31st

January 1st

December 7th