FBI Warns of Health Insurance Scam Stealing Personal and Medical Data

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a warning about a scam where criminals pretend to be health insurance companies or their fraud investigators. These fraudsters are sending emails and text messages to individuals and healthcare providers, making them believe the messages are from legitimate health authorities.

The aim is to pressure people into revealing private health information, medical records, or banking details. They might also try to get money for supposed overpayments or services not covered by insurance.

Understanding the Scam’s Tactics

These messages, as per the FBI, are carefully crafted to look official, often designed to create a sense of urgency or even excitement. The criminals exploit human emotions, whether it’s fear of having made a mistake or the happy thought of receiving a refund.

For instance, Erich Kron, Security Awareness Advocate at KnowBe4, states that if someone is told they are due money back ...