The Better Business Bureau is warning people across Middle Georgia to be cautious of scam calls and texts claiming to offer help with Medicare or Healthcare.gov coverage during open enrollment.

According to a bulletin shared by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, the BBB says scammers are targeting consumers between October and January, when open enrollment periods are underway for both Medicare and Healthcare.gov. Medicare enrollment runs from October 15 through December 7, and Medicare Advantage open enrollment continues through March 31. Healthcare.gov open enrollment began November 1. December 15 as the last day to enroll or change plans for coverage starting January 1, and January 15 for coverage starting February 1.

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