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    This document provides information on Medicare fraud for senior citizens. It defines Medicare fraud as purposefully billing Medicare for services that were never provided or received. Examples given include billing for services or equipment not received, or using another person's Medicare number without authorization. The document cautions seniors to be wary of requests for personal information and offers tips to help prevent fraud, such as carefully reviewing statements and records of medical appointments.

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    This document provides information on Medicare fraud for senior citizens. It defines Medicare fraud as purposefully billing Medicare for services that were never provided or received. Examples given include billing for services or equipment not received, or using another person's Medicare number without authorization. The document cautions seniors to be wary of requests for personal information and offers tips to help prevent fraud, such as carefully reviewing statements and records of medical appointments.

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    This document provides information on Medicare fraud for senior citizens. It defines Medicare fraud as purposefully billing Medicare for services that were never provided or received. Examples given include billing for services or equipment not received, or using another person's Medicare number without authorization. The document cautions seniors to be wary of requests for personal information and offers tips to help prevent fraud, such as carefully reviewing statements and records of medical appointments.

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