Kentucky Senior Medicare Patrol

Kentucky Senior Medicare Patrol Prevent, detect, and report Medicare fraud! SMPResource.org
This page is supported by ACL Grant . For more info go to www.louisvilleky.gov/health.

SMP visits seniors wherever they gather, at senior centers, housing complexes, churches, and health fairs and talk about what they can do to prevent, detect and report Medicare fraud. SMP trains Medicare beneficiaries how to protect personal information, identify errors on healthcare statements, recognize scams (like illegal marketing, providing unnecessary services, and charging for services that were not provided) and how to report medical fraud and abuse. This account is managed by the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness.

10/09/2025

Have you had a caller claim they are from Medicare saying you get a free brace if you've been on Medicare over 5 years? This is a scam! If you haven't had it yet, be on the lookout for it!

Medicare won't call you let alone offer free items. If you get a call like this, hang up. If you do give out your number, don't be embarrassed, please report it to the SMP. This will help track the scammers and also get you on the path to securing your medical identity.



Today is Ageism Awareness Day! Ageism pits age groups against each other and makes us feel that there is no value to agi...
10/09/2025

Today is Ageism Awareness Day! Ageism pits age groups against each other and makes us feel that there is no value to aging and older adults. We are living longer lives in a multigenerational society. Ageism prevents us from working together on shared challenges. It’s time to update and expand our understanding of aging. Let’s American Society on Aging

Don't believe what you see on TV this open enrollment! If you're truly interested in a plan or benefit that's being adve...
10/08/2025

Don't believe what you see on TV this open enrollment!

If you're truly interested in a plan or benefit that's being advertised on TV or online, DON'T call the number listed on the ad. Instead, contact your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) to receive unbiased information about the plans and benefits actually available to you in your region.

🚨 9 DAYS UNTIL OPEN ENROLLMENT: Beware of Advertisements on TV!🚨

📺 Plans advertised on TV can sometimes be enticing, but did you know that plans are regional and what you see on TV may not be available to you?

❓ Visit Medicare.gov to do more research on your plan or to see what plans are in your area!

Your local Area Agency on Aging is also available as a resource if you need assistance with reviewing plans 📞

Turn your post notifications on to stay up to date on the SMP Open Enrollment Countdown! 🔔

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10/08/2025

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𝗦𝗖𝗔𝗠 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧: Please spread the word to ensure members of our community don't fall victim to this scam.

The Kenton County Detention Center is aware of an ongoing scam in which family members are being contacted requesting money in return for the early release of inmates.

Please inform your loved ones the Detention Center does not call family members to solicit funds, and if there is any question, they should hang up and call the Detention Center directly to verify any information they receive.

October is Residents’ Rights Month!Today, we are celebrating and honoring the dignity and rights of those living in long...
10/07/2025

October is Residents’ Rights Month!

Today, we are celebrating and honoring the dignity and rights of those living in long-term care facilities and receiving care in our communities. The Kentucky SMP is happy to be a part of this event!

10/06/2025
Medicare covers various aspects of breast cancer treatment, including diagnostic tests, chemotherapy, radiation, surgery...
10/03/2025

Medicare covers various aspects of breast cancer treatment, including diagnostic tests, chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, and outpatient services, with coverage varying by Part A, B, and D. Original Medicare (Parts A and B) covers medically necessary treatments, while Medicare Part D plans cover outpatient prescription drugs.

10/02/2025

Scammers are impersonating the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and sending phishing fax requests for medical records and documentation, falsely claiming to be part of a Medicare audit. CMS doesn’t initiate audits by requesting medical records. If you get a fax like this, report it to the SMP.

Our program director Michelle had a wonderful time sharing healthcare fraud prevention information at the Bowling Green ...
10/02/2025

Our program director Michelle had a wonderful time sharing healthcare fraud prevention information at the Bowling Green Scam Jam!

Check out this event! 👇 We'll see you there!
10/01/2025

Check out this event! 👇 We'll see you there!

Earlier this month Jonathan from our Prestonsburg region, attended the Homeless Veterans Stand Down even at VFW Post 583...
09/29/2025

Earlier this month Jonathan from our Prestonsburg region, attended the Homeless Veterans Stand Down even at VFW Post 5839.

We have been very busy this month! Jonathan and his SMP volunteers, Abbie and Pam attended the Founder's Day Festival in...
09/27/2025

We have been very busy this month! Jonathan and his SMP volunteers, Abbie and Pam attended the Founder's Day Festival in Magoffin County earlier this month. The festival is held each year to celebrate the county’s founding by our ancestors, and it includes parades, the Miss Magoffin County pageant, amusement rides, food, vendors, and more.

Address

400 E Gray Street
Louisville, KY
40202

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+18776036558

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