807F Summer 2026 Senior Medicare Patrol Fraud

This series will cover four fraud topics:

• Common Healthcare Scams: A look at the top three healthcare scams affecting seniors.

• Artificial Intelligence Scams: How AI can be used to steal money and information.

• Can You Trust that Email: A look at five ways to determine if an email is legitimate or fraudulent.

• Everyday Scams to Avoid: An up-to-date look at popular consumer scams that are on the rise.

Shawn Smith is the state director of the Virginia Senior Medicare Patrol program. He leads a team of over 100 paid and volunteer staff who educate seniors on fraud prevention. Shawn is also the author of 101 Fraud Tips, a guide to help seniors protect their money and identify from scammers.