Medicare Customers receiving new cards due to breach

May 11, 2026 at 09:46 am by kready


Important Medicare Update
Some Medicare beneficiaries are receiving a new Medicare card and number due to a data breach affecting 1.4 million beneficiaries. This update helps protect against fraud and keep personal information secure.
 
 Effective June 17, 2026
Your new Medicare number will replace your current one—but your coverage and benefits will remain the same.
What you need to do:
• Continue using your current card until June 17, 2026
• Begin using your new card on that date
• Safely destroy your old card
• Notify your healthcare providers of your new number
Reminder: Treat your Medicare number like a credit card—only share it with trusted healthcare providers and authorized representatives

 

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