That was no accident; these scam artists target insurance companies, but the real victim is you
Article Abstract:
The US has seen an increase in the number of accidents that were staged to collect money from insurance companies by faking or padding medical claims. To put a stop to the practice, state governments must be urged to enact tougher laws against insurance scams.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1998
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The great Medicare rip-off
Article Abstract:
Medicare fraud and abuse is prevalent and an estimated 14% or $23.2 bil of Medicare payments made in 1996 were given to improper claims. Most crimes against the health insurance systems are committed by doctors and patients alike.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1998
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Pork and gravy and damn the cost!
Article Abstract:
Many expensive and ridiculous projects are requested, approved and funded by Congress. This is considered unnecessary spending on the part of the government and pushes the taxpayers deeper into financial stress.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1992
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