Medical Identity Theft a Growing Crime

Medical identity theft is something that not too many people think about, but it's a crime that's growing at a very fast rate. And unfortunately, when someone steals your medical identity there's more at stake than just your good name or your financial reputation.

Medical identity theft does put your money at risk. Bill for medical services that you didn't receive can be sizable. However, medical identity theft also puts your health at risk. Treatment errors, based on incorrect information, can be fatal.

Fortunately, something as simple as requesting a photo ID with your insurance card can go a long way toward protecting you.