28-03-2025
Cass County warns residents of Medicare scam
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Cass County Health Department is warning residents about a scam targeting Medicare recipients.
Scammers posing as health department employees are attempting to steal personal information by claiming that they need Medicare details for verification or updated records, county officials said. These scammers are using phone calls to trick victims into providing sensitive information, which can then be used for fraudulent purposes – including identity theft and unauthorized Medicare claims.
The Cass County Health Department said it will never call to request Medicare numbers without a scheduled appointment with a patient.
Residents are advised to be careful with their information and take the following precautions to protect themselves from scams:
Do not share personal information: Never provide your Medicare number, SocialSecurity number or banking details to unsolicited callers.
Verify the source: If someone claims to be from the Cass County Health Department,hang up and call the official number (816-380-8429) to verify the authenticity of therequest.
Beware of pressure tactics: Scammers often create urgency or threats to manipulateindividuals into sharing their information.
Report suspicious activity: If you receive a call or visit from someone claiming to befrom the health department requesting Medicare details, report it immediately to theFederal Trade Commission (FTC) at 1-877-382-4357 or visit
The Cass County Health Department is encouraging all Medicare recipients and their caregivers to remain vigilant and spread awareness about these fraudulent activities. For more information, you can contact 816-380-8425.
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