FRANKFORT,
Ky. (AP) — Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron is warning people
about new scams related to the coronavirus that are being aimed at
Medicaid recipients.

“During
the COVID-19 pandemic, scammers may target Medicaid beneficiaries in
order to illegally bill the Medicaid program for unnecessary services
and equipment related to coronavirus testing and treatment,” Cameron
said in a statement.

Tips
to avoid becoming a victim include seeking advice from a licensed
healthcare provider if coronavirus symptoms occur and only using testing
sites approved to test for COVID-19. Local health departments can
confirm where approved testing sites are located.

Anyone
who believes they may be a victim of Medicaid fraud during the pandemic
should contact the Medicaid Fraud and Abuse Hotline at 1-877-ABUSE TIP.

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