FTC-PR-240209-2 (Feb. 9, 2024) FTC Obtains $195 Million Judgment, Permanent Ban on Telemarketing and Selling Healthcare Products Against Simple Health Over Charges It Sold Sham Health Insurance – FTC charged that Simple Health claimed to offer health care insurance with comprehensive coverage and instead effectively left most consumers uninsured The Federal Trade Commission has obtained […]
Category: Healthcare Scams
Healthcare Scams involve fraudulent schemes aimed at deceiving individuals or organizations within the healthcare system for financial gain. These scams can take many forms, such as fake treatments or cures, phony health insurance plans, and fraudulent billing practices. Scammers might offer non-existent or ineffective products and services, exploit personal health information, or deceive patients into paying for services that are not actually provided. Such scams not only result in financial losses for victims but can also jeopardize their health by diverting them from legitimate medical care. Effective prevention and enforcement measures are crucial to protecting individuals and maintaining the integrity of the healthcare system.