Besides the beginning of the new year, summer is the quintessential time to get in shape. Seniors may head to aerobic classes or join the gym in an effort to get moving.
18. June 2013
Better Recognize Counterfeit Prescription Drugs
Each year, the number of cases involving counterfeit prescription drug rises.
14. June 2013
Banks Play Large Role in Successful Scams, Report Finds
As visitors to the Wisconsin Senior Medicare Patrol website very well know, it’s not uncommon for seniors to be subjected to scams and fraud. But what may come as a shock is the large role banks can play in successful scams.
13. June 2013
Television Entrepreneur Denied Bail in Medicare Fraud Scheme
A federal judge in Miami has denied bail to a Florida television entrepreneur for his part in stealing millions in a massive Medicare fraud scheme.
12. June 2013
Minnesota Woman Sentenced in Healthcare Fraud Case
A 48-year-old Apple Valley, Minn., woman has been sentenced to more than four years in prison for embezzling more than $800,000 from a healthcare company where she kept the books for more than 10 years.
11. June 2013
[AUDIO] NPR: Scammers Set Sights on Seniors
In April, NPR ran a story about seniors being increasingly targeted by scammers.
8. June 2013
CMS Redesigns Medicare Summary Notices
Are you on Medicare? Soon, you’ll start receiving redesigned Medicare Summary Notices, meant to help consumers better spot potential fraud, waste and abuse.
7. June 2013
New England-Area Dentist Pleads Guilty to Health Care and Tax Fraud
Fifty-nine-year-old Gary Anusavice of Rhode Island has pleaded guilty to federal health care and tax fraud charges.
6. June 2013
All About Smishing
Are you signed up for online banking, and receive text alerts about your account on your smartphone? You may be the target of a new type of scam.
3. June 2013
Door-to-Door Scams: Protect Yourself
Outdoor workers such as landscapers, asphalt pavers, roofing contractors and clean-up crews may be fixtures in your neighborhood during the summer months, completing home-improvement projects and, many times, soliciting their services door to door.
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Contact Us
Elizabeth Conrad
Wisconsin SMP Director
800.488.2596 ext. 317
Click to email
Judy Steinke
Wisconsin SMP Volunteer Coordinator
800.488.2596 ext. 342
Click to email
Kevin Brown
Wisconsin SMP Capacity Trainer/Manager
800.488.2596 ext. 315
Click to email
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19. June 2013
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