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2404: Open Enrollment, Open Season for Scammers
This is the story of Simple Health Plans, a $150 million health insurance scam that preyed on desperate Americans and left thousands buried in medical debt. We'll meet Dawn, who nearly fell victim to their scheme, and Steven Dorfman, the mastermind who spent over a million dollars on jewelry while his customers discovered their "insurance" was worthless.
With Open Enrollment happening right now, scammers are out in full force. This episode will help you spot the red flags and protect yourself.
PROTECT YOURSELF - ESSENTIAL RESOURCES
Verify a Company is Legitimate:
- NAIC.org - Find your state insurance commissioner
- Google: Company name + "scam" or "complaint"
Shop for Real ACA Health Insurance:
- HealthCare.gov - Federal Marketplace
- LocalHelp.HealthCare.gov - Get free help from navigators
Report Fraud:
- ReportFraud.FTC.gov - File FTC complaint
- Contact your State Insurance Department
RED FLAGS:
✗ Not listed with state insurance department
✗ Pressure to sign up immediately
✗ Won't provide documents before purchase
✗ Suspiciously low prices
✗ Can't ask questions during "verification"
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This is the story of Simple Health Plans, a $150 million health insurance scam that preyed on desperate Americans and left thousands buried in medical debt. We'll meet Dawn, who nearly fell victim to their scheme, and Steven Dorfman, the mastermind who spent over a million dollars on jewelry while his customers discovered their "insurance" was worthless.
With Open Enrollment happening right now, scammers are out in full force. This episode will help you spot the red flags and protect yourself.
PROTECT YOURSELF - ESSENTIAL RESOURCES
Verify a Company is Legitimate:
- NAIC.org - Find your state insurance commissioner
- Google: Company name + "scam" or "complaint"
Shop for Real ACA Health Insurance:
- HealthCare.gov - Federal Marketplace
- LocalHelp.HealthCare.gov - Get free help from navigators
Report Fraud:
- ReportFraud.FTC.gov - File FTC complaint
- Contact your State Insurance Department
RED FLAGS:
✗ Not listed with state insurance department
✗ Pressure to sign up immediately
✗ Won't provide documents before purchase
✗ Suspiciously low prices
✗ Can't ask questions during "verification"
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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