Learn how to protect yourself from fraud and identity theft and private companies.
There are a number of signs that might make you suspicious of Medicare Fraud.
Report Fraud to the Inspector General.
Learn about recent Health Care Fraud Prevention and Enforcement Action Team takedowns and continued efforts. 
 | AARP "Inside E Street" Video on Medicare Crime October 30, 2009 Bogus clinics, phony bills, overcharging the government – watch AARP's "Inside E Street" video and learn how the HEAT Strike Forces are fighting back. View the video. View the "Web Extra" AARP Interview with Secretary Sebelius. |
Health and Human Services Event WebCastPreventing Medical Identity Theft and Medicare FraudView our event webcast from October 15th. Secretary Kathleen Sebelius - “What’s in Health Reform for You: We can secure Medicare and improve health care now” - AARP Bulletin More... Assistant Attorney General Tony West, Remarks at HHS Press Conference - October 15, 2009 More... Remarks from Secretary Kathleen Sebelius - Cerner Health Conference, Kansas City, MO More... | |
 | Fight Back! Medical Identity Theft & Medicare Fraud BrochureMedical identity theft occurs when someone steals your personal information (like your name, Social Security number, or Medicare number) to obtain medical care, buy drugs, or submit fake billings to Medicare in your name.HHS announces the release of the Fight Back! Medical Identity Theft & Medicare Fraud Brochure Download Brochure [PDF]
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September 2, 2009: Justice Department Announces Largest Health Care Fraud Settlement in its History
Pfizer To Pay $2.3 Billion For Fraudulent Marketing
WASHINGTON – American pharmaceutical giant Pfizer Inc. and its subsidiary Pharmacia & Upjohn Company Inc. (hereinafter together "Pfizer") have agreed to pay $2.3 billion, the largest health care fraud settlement in the history of the Department of Justice, to resolve criminal and civil liability arising from the illegal promotion of certain pharmaceutical products, the Justice Department announced today. Press Release
