| Medicare Power Wheelchair and Scooter Fraud |
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| Wednesday, 23 July 2008 00:00 | |||
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Medicare Power Wheelchair and Scooter Fraud (from www.medicare.gov) Medicare has become aware of fraud in the power wheelchair and scooter industry. Fraud is when Medicare is billed for services or equipment that you don't need or never got. Suppliers who offer power wheelchairs or scooters to people who don't meet Medicare coverage rules commit fraud. Medicare is taking steps to educate people about misuse of this benefit. You can help by being aware of suppliers who: Offer you a free power wheelchair or scooter. Want you to use their doctors. Offer to waive coinsurance or Part B deductibles. Also be aware of calls from companies you didn't give your phone number to. Review any recommendations from suppliers with your own personal doctor. Your doctor is the best person to determine your medical needs. Review your Medicare Summary Notice (MSN). This notice lists all services and supplies billed to Medicare for 30 days. If an item is different from the one you received or if you never received an item, contact the provider or supplier. Or contact the company that sent the MSN. Their number can be found on the front of the MSN. To report suspected fraud contact the Medicare Fraud Hotline at 1-800-447-8477.
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| Last Updated on Wednesday, 23 July 2008 07:38 |