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Avoid this genetic testing scam Have you heard about the latest scam? Scammers are offering free genetic tests and claiming Medicare will cover it so they can get your Medicare Number and use it to commit fraud and identity theft. They’re targeting people through telemarketing calls, health fairs, and even knocking on doors. Only a doctor you know and trust should order and approve any requests for genetic testing. If Medicare is billed for a test or screening that wasn’t... medically necessary and/or wasn’t ordered by your doctor, the claim could be denied. That means you could be responsible for the entire cost of the test, which could be thousands of dollars. Here’s how to protect yourself: Don’t share your Medicare Number, Social Security Number, or other personal information with anyone who offers to give you a "free" in-person genetic screening or cheek swab, or a DNA testing kit in the mail. If you get a genetic testing kit in the mail, refuse the delivery or return to sender unless your doctor ordered it. If you suspect Medicare fraud, call 1-800-MEDICARE.

It’s such a bummer when you sell/buy a house, are in escrow, the home and pest inspection come in super bad, after the buyers $725 home inspection fee & $600 appraisal has been paid.

One month of income in ‘96!