Medicare beneficiaries were being warned about a phone scam targeting those seeking better deals on their plans.

News 8 has received several emails from viewers concerned about calls they are receiving regarding new Medicare cards, prompting warnings about potential scams. A viewer wrote to the 8 On Your Side ...

Saint Joseph Hospital warns of scammers posing as hospital staff and asking for Medicare or Medicaid information. Officials urge the public to hang up and report the calls.

Medicare's open enrollment period is underway, and scammers are looking to take advantage. ABC7 On Your Side has the top ways to help prevent you and your family from becoming a victim.

Ketchikan Public Utilities is cautioning local seniors about a phone scam focused on obtaining Medicare information.

The state Senior Medicare Patrol says there is a rise in genetic testing scams happening. Beneficiaries are reporting that they are receiving calls from medical providers with offers of genetic ...

Melton spotted the scam, hung up the phone, reported it to Medicare, and then called Gray to help warn others.

Sophisticated scams increasingly target seniors, as thieves often use technology to gain access to personal information.

Scammers use technology to look like they are calling from a real and trusted number. If you believe you have become a victim of a scam, you are encouraged to contact the Wagoner County Sheriff's ...

Please email the Toni Says Medicare team at [email protected] or call 832-519-8664. The Medicare Survival Guide bundle package is also available on the tonisays.com website.

"Medicare is not issuing new cards and does not initiate phone contact with beneficiaries. Even if they did call, they already have your Medicare number, birth date and so on.

If you have a Medicare question, email [email protected] or call 832-519-8664. Sign up for the Toni Says newsletter at www.tonisays.com to keep up to date on Medicare changes.