Scammers target Medicare beneficiaries year-round, and Utah seniors are no exception. The calls can sound official — but Medicare will never call you out of the blue to ask for your Medicare number, bank details, or payment.
Red flags to watch for
- Pressure to act immediately or “lose your benefits”
- Requests for your Medicare number, Social Security number, or bank info
- Offers of “free” braces, test kits, or equipment in exchange for your number
- Callers who already claim to “have your file” and just need to “confirm” details
How to protect yourself
- Hang up. You’re never obligated to stay on the line.
- Never share your Medicare or Social Security number with an unexpected caller.
- Guard your Medicare card like a credit card.
- When in doubt, call 1-800-MEDICARE directly, or talk to someone you trust.
Already enrolled and want to review your coverage the safe way? Work with a licensed local agent instead of a cold caller. Reach out to Bret — a real Utah Medicare agent — or learn the basics on our Medicare Basics page.