03/05/2026
WARNING: If You Get A ‘New’ Plastic Medicare Card In The Mail, Do Not Give Your Social Security Number.
Scammers know that seniors trust official‑looking mail, which is why a growing number of people are receiving fake "new" plastic Medicare cards in their mailboxes. These cards look convincing — laminated, glossy, and sometimes even stamped with fake holograms — but they are not real….
Scammers send out plastic cards because they look more “official” than paper ones, making the Medicare card scam easier to believe. The letter or insert usually claims you must “verify your identity” to activate the new card. Once you call the number, the scammer asks for your Social Security number, Medicare number, or banking information.
These details can be used to open credit accounts, file false tax returns, or bill Medicare for services you never received. The entire goal is to trick you into handing over personal information you would never normally share.
