Escambia County Agency on Aging

08/21/2026

Stay safe on social media! will never reach out to you to ask for your Medicare Number on any social media site. If someone messages you directly and says they’re a “Medicare agent”, don’t respond and report it at https://go.medicare.gov/4w84nvD.

08/21/2026

08/21/2026

Watch out for emails saying you have won a Medicare kit! These emails might look like they are coming from recognizable places, but they are scammers trying to get your information. They want you to click links in the email. Please report these emails to the SMP right away at smpresource.org/reportfraud.

08/21/2026

Scammers might try to trick you into giving them authentication codes sent to your phone to access your financial accounts. If you are ever asked for your PIN, an authentication code, or your bank number over the phone, don't give it.

08/21/2026

Scammers are impersonating the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and sending phishing fax requests for medical records and documentation, falsely claiming to be part of a Medicare audit. CMS doesn’t initiate audits by requesting medical records. If you get a fax like this, report it to the SMP.

08/21/2026

Home / You Can Help / Report Fraud If you suspect Medicare fraud, errors, or abuse, address it immediately by taking these steps: Rule out error: If you have questions about information on yours or your loved one’s Medicare Summary Notice (MSN) or Explanation of Benefits (EOB), call the provid...

08/21/2026

Moving can affect your Medicare coverage, costs, and benefits. Learn how relocating within the U.S. or abroad impacts Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medigap, and cost assistance programs, plus tips for protecting your benefits and avoiding medical identity theft.

08/21/2026

Can you spot a "red flag" when it comes to fraud schemes? Listen for these "too-good-to-be-true" claims and if you hear them, hang up.

08/21/2026

Medicare Open Enrollment is closer than you think!
The Fall Open Enrollment Period (October 15 to December 7) is less than two months away, and the best way to avoid feeling rushed is to start preparing NOW.

Before OEP begins:
✔️ Review your current Medicare coverage
✔️ Make a list of your prescriptions and preferred pharmacies
✔️ Watch for your Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) in September
✔️ Schedule a pre-OEP appointment with your local SHIP if you'd like personalized assistance

Many beneficiaries don't realize that plan costs, drug coverage, and benefits can change from year to year. Taking a few minutes to prepare now can make it much easier to compare plans when Medicare Plan Finder updates for the new plan year.

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