Indiana Senior Medicare Patrol

Richmond Friends: Come to an event we're planning for September 18, 2026 at the Richmond Senior Recreation Center. We will have a FREE LUNCH (with RSVP), speakers and exhibitors that can help you learn how to protect yourself from the bad guys!

The FTC gave a shout out to SMPs throughout the country. Learn more about Medicare fraud below or report fraud to us directly at
800-986-3505 for Indiana residents.

Medicare fraud affects everyone, so here’s what to know and do Medicare losses due to fraud, errors, and abuse cost taxpayers about $60 billion every year. Providers might double bill Medicare for a single treatment, charge for things like a back brace you didn’t get (or need); a company might offer you a fake Medicare drug plan; or a scammer might ask you to...

We’re looking for your story 💬

As we prepare for Medicare Fraud Prevention Week, we’re gathering testimonials to help raise awareness and support others in our community.

If Indiana Senior Medicare Patrol has helped you—or someone you know—we’d love to hear about your experience.

Share your story here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MFPWtestimonial

Your voice can make a difference in helping others recognize and prevent Medicare fraud.

Vincennes Friends: See info below about a presentation on how to protect yourself or loved ones from frauds and scams. You will also learn about protecting your Medicare program. You must register for the compliementary lunch. See details below!

In June, we bring special attention to the health of older adults by providing information on scams, fraud and abuse. This month, June 3rd, we will have a special speaker, Nadine McSpadden, from Indiana Legal Services. She will be speaking on: Being a Good Neighbor: How to Spot and Respond to Scams and Exploitation in
Your Community Strong communities look out for one another, and one of the most important ways you can look out for a neighbor is knowing how to spot red flags. Join a staff attorney with the LAVA Project (Legal Assistance for Victimized Adults) from Indiana Legal Services to learn the warning signs that someone in your life may have fallen prey to a scam or exploitation, how to approach a neighbor or friend you are concerned about, and where to turn when you think someone needs help.

We will also be presenting on how to protect your Medicare number against scams.

As always this is also a free program of Senior Education Ministries and Oak Village Healthcare will be providing lunch so you need to register by 6/1/26 by emailing [email protected] or calling 812-888-5159 and leaving a message.

I got one of these and fell for it! Luckily I contacted my friend and found it was a scam and changed my password. Be aware and keep your info safe!

Asked to enter your email address and password to open a party invite? That’s a scam It’s graduation and summer party season.

Our partners at Aging & In-Home Services of Northeast Indiana do a tremendous job of amplifying the SMP message of protecting your Medicare program. They won the SMP Oscar this year. Watch their videos linked below!!
➡️ https://hubs.la/Q04hqR6g0
➡️ https://hubs.la/Q04hr0Tc0

If the Indiana SMP has helped you with potential Medicare Fraud issues or helped you learn how to detect Medicare fraud, please complete this survey. We would greatly appreciate it!

Have you learned something from the SMP? Have you been helped by someone at the SMP? We would love to hear your story!

Go to this link or scan the QR code on the image to help. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MFPWtestimonial

Does your loved one attend an adult day care center?

It’s important to stay aware of how their Medicare is being used. Be sure to review their Medicare Summary Notices (MSNs) or Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) for any services that may seem unnecessary—like daily urinalysis testing.

Catching billing issues early can help prevent fraud, errors, and abuse.
If something doesn’t look right, Indiana Senior Medicare Patrol is here to help.

Learn more at www.smpresource.org or call 877-808-2468

Older Americans Month is underway, but there’s still time to get involved! Find ideas for activities to do on your own or with your community at https://acl.gov/oam/get-involved