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Medicare Scam Calls: What You Need to Know

Medicare Scam Calls: What You Need to Know

July 20, 2026

Have you recently received a call about Medicare that seemed “off”? Don’t worry—you’re not alone.

Recently, we’ve seen an increase in people calling Stolly to verify whether a call they received was legitimate. These scam calls can sound official and often include a frightening warning, such as “Your Medicare coverage may be in jeopardy” or “You may not be covered unless you call us back.” Statements like these are designed to make people anxious and act quickly. Unfortunately, these calls are a nationwide issue.

At Stolly Insurance, we are happy to help ease those concerns. If you’re a current client, we can confirm that your coverage is active and in force. Even if you’re not a current client, we can walk you through how to verify your coverage. We’re here to help make things easier for you and other Medicare beneficiaries.

As companies begin preparing for the Annual Enrollment Period, which runs from October 15 through December 7, here are a few important reminders and tips.

Important Reminders

• Medicare will not make unsolicited calls to sell you something or threaten that your coverage will be canceled.
• Official Medicare communications are typically sent by mail. Medicare may contact you by phone in limited situations, such as returning a call you initiated.
• Medicare and legitimate insurance companies will not call offering prizes or money in exchange for your personal information.

Tips to Protect Yourself

• Do not provide personally identifiable information, such as your Social Security number, Medicare number, or other sensitive information.
• Do not accept offers of prizes or money.
• Do not allow anyone to review your medical records or recommend services unless they are your doctor or another trusted Medicare provider.
• When in doubt, hang up and call us directly. We can help you determine whether the call was legitimate and verify that your coverage remains active.

For more information, including tips on how to report suspected Medicare fraud, visit:

• Older Americans and Medicare Call Scams | Federal Communications Commission