Two weeks ago, I discussed the difficulties of obtaining relevant data regarding medical identity theft. I started my research in this field after I read some old stories on the Internet: Lind Weaver refused to pay hospital bills she received for the amputation of her right foot. It was in 2006, but the story still Read more…
The topic of medical identity theft makes the headlines one or two time per year. In spite of its rarity, it’s worth delving into this subject. The elements that define private health information in the United States can be found in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Medical identity theft is the inappropriate Read more…
This mess Joseph Kidd stole Larry Smith’s identity 17 years ago, when Smith was 50 years old. While operating under Smith’s identity, Kidd “spent time in jail, as sent to prison, paroled, obtained welfare and Medicare benefits, and got married.” He did all this using Smith’s name, which means that Smith has had to deal Read more…
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