Be Aware of DEA Scams

Will the DEA Ever Call Me?

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) warns that its personnel will not call medical practitioners demanding money or another form of payment and will not ask for personal or sensitive information over the telephone. The DEA also states that notification of a legitimate investigation or legal action is made in person or by official letter. Read the full article here.

If you receive a suspicious call claiming to be from the DEA, take time to verify the information through official channels rather than providing payment or sensitive information over the phone. Medical practitioners should remain cautious of unexpected calls involving threats, demands for immediate payment, or requests for confidential information.