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Identity Theft With Health Insurance: What You Need to Know<\/h1>\n
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\n By Hannah Hilst<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Melissa Bender, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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You likely do almost everything online, including things related to your health. Medical services and insurance are more digital than ever.<\/p>\r\n

If you’re trying to get quotes or enroll in a health plan online, you’ll send private medical information over the internet. Unfortunately, this process could put your most intimate details at risk.<\/p>\r\n

Identity theft<\/a> is a rampant problem, including in the insurance industry. Learn about medical identity theft risks and how to protect your information.<\/p>\r\n

What Is Medical Identity Theft?<\/h2>\r\n

Medical identity theft<\/a> occurs when someone steals information related to your health care or insurance details. They typically access this information through electronic medical records and insurance files. These records may include what you share to enroll in a health insurance plan<\/a> online.<\/p>\r\n

Thieves may uncover your personally identifiable information (PPI), including your:<\/p>\r\n