08/19/2026
East Pikeland Township Police are reminding residents to be alert for Medicare scams. Scammers often target seniors by pretending to be representatives from Medicare, Social Security, insurance companies, or other government agencies.
Common warning signs include:
• An unexpected call asking for your Medicare number, Social Security number, bank information, or other personal information.
• Someone claiming you must pay a fee to receive or keep Medicare benefits.
• Offers of free medical equipment, services, or other benefits in exchange for your Medicare information.
• Threats that your Medicare benefits will be cancelled if you do not act immediately.
• Emails, texts, or websites that appear official but are designed to steal your information.
Remember: Medicare will not call you unexpectedly and ask for sensitive personal or financial information simply to keep your benefits active.
When in doubt, STOP. Don't provide any information, don't send money, and don't click on links. Contact Medicare directly using the number on your Medicare card or through the official Medicare website.
If you believe you have been the victim of a scam or attempted fraud, contact the East Pikeland Township Police Department and report it.
Please share this post with your parents, grandparents, friends, and neighbors. A few seconds of caution can prevent a costly mistake.