Recent chatter points to a pattern of calls claiming affiliation with insurance‑related firms, especially Cotiviti, to request medical records. While some callers present themselves as legitimate, the request often skirts privacy rules and can feel like a data‑mining ploy. If you receive such a call, verify the caller’s identity through official channels before sharing any information, and remember you’re not obligated to provide records over the phone. Hang up if the pitch feels off, and report suspicious numbers to your carrier or the FCC. Staying cautious protects both your data and your peace of mind.
Criminal activity is being conducted by these data-mining scammers, who falsely claim to represent insurance carriers; I have filed a complaint with the FCC and reported them to the relevant authorities.
The caller claimed to represent Cotiviti, working on behalf of insurance companies, and requested clinic information to obtain medical records without violating HIPAA laws; however, the company has been instructed not to provide such information, as legitimate companies should already have access to it.
Apparently, the company associated with this number is Medical Insurence