The 737 area code is heavy on Social Security legal threats and IRS lawsuit scams. These callers pretend to be federal agents to scare you into paying fake fines.
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Getting calls from 737 area code and wonder if it's a scam? You're not alone. Scammers frequently spoof Texas (Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park) phone numbers to trick you into answering. Here are the most common area code 737 scams based on user comments:
Residents in the Austin area are receiving terrifying robocalls claiming that "enforcement actions" have been filed against their Social Security number for "fraudulent activities" or "money laundering." The robotic voice urgently warns that legal proceedings will begin unless you immediately call back the number provided to "verify the last four digits of your Social."
The Social Security Administration (SSA) will never call you to threaten arrest or legal action. They communicate through official U.S. Mail and will not suspend your number over the phone.
"Enforcement actions filed on your social security number for fraudulent activities. So when you get this message kindly call back at the earliest possible on our number before we begin with the legal proceedings that is 737-204-2511. I repeat 737-204-2511. Thank you & have a nice day."
This is an aggressive robocall scam designed to cause panic by claiming it's a "final notice" from the IRS. The automated message falsely states that the IRS is "filing a lawsuit against you" and you must call back a specific number immediately to get more information about your "case file."
The real IRS always initiates contact through official U.S. Mail, never with threatening robocalls about a lawsuit. A phone call is not how you would be notified of legal action from the IRS.
"We have been trying to reach you this call is officially a final notice from IRS internal revenue services the reason of this call is to inform you that IRS is filing lawsuit against you to get more information about this case file please call immediately on our department number 737-973-3279"
Scammers are sending text messages pretending to be from "WhatsApp technical support." The text claims your account is being registered on a "new decive" and threatens that if you don't reply with "YES" or "NO," your account "Will be deleted by your security." This is a trick to get you to engage so they can steal your account verification code.
WhatsApp communicates within the app itself for security alerts and will never text you threatening to delete your account based on a simple "YES" or "NO" reply.
"WhatsApp technical support informs Your account is registering on a new decive, to confirm that ir was you who performed, say (YES), if your answer is negative say (NO), we do not receive a quick responde, your WhatsApp account Will be deleted by your security and that of other user."
Callers from various 737 numbers repeatedly call, often multiple times a day, trying to get you to verify personal information. They know your name but refuse to say who they are or why they are calling, only stating it's a "personal matter." They will demand your date of birth or full address before proceeding, hanging up if you refuse.
Legitimate businesses and debt collectors are required by law to identify themselves and the reason for their call. Refusing to do so is a major sign of a scam designed to trick you into giving away sensitive data.
"They continue to call and hang up. They also appear to be calling from other 737-204-xxxx numbers. I called them back, they answered and also knew my name. They then tried retrieve personal info from me... DOB, detailed street address, etc... They were vague and said it was a personal matter...At that point I hung up."
Scammers are calling Texas residents posing as process servers or legal associates. They may claim a complaint has been filed against you in a specific county, such as Harris County, or that you are intentionally trying to "avoid initial appearance before a magistrate judge." One caller named "Rick Vargas" even threatened that the target's son would be "arrested at work" for financial abuse.
Real process servers do not call ahead to warn you; they deliver legal documents in person without prior notice. Threats of immediate arrest are a classic scare tactic used by fraudulent debt collectors.
"Ignoring this message would be an intentional attempt to avoid initial appearance before a magistrate judge for criminal offense and this is the final attempt to reach you to know more about this case and to speak with federal agent call immediately on 737-236-2324"
A very targeted scam is hitting local medical clinics. Callers repeatedly phone clinics claiming to be from Humana. They ask staff to confirm if the clinic is seeing new patients or if the number is correct for scheduling. When questioned, the callers become evasive or aggressive, and one male caller was described as "extremely aggressive." They call relentlessly, sometimes 3-6 times per day.
While Humana may call providers, they do not repeatedly call the same office multiple times a day to ask the same basic questions about scheduling. This high-volume, aggressive calling pattern is indicative of a data-gathering or "yes" voice recording scam.
"I am getting anywhere from 3-6 calls per DAY... I began telling them that they've asked me this same question all year long & they've gotten the answer a hundred times. I ask them to please take me off the list & sometimes I tell them how badly they interupt my patients receiving care when they're calling non stop all day long."
This is a particularly tricky scam where criminals call you immediately after you hang up with Bank of America. Several residents reported getting a call from 737-220-2450 just seconds after activating a new credit card or calling the bank's privacy line. Because the timing is so precise, it can easily fool someone into thinking the call is a legitimate follow-up from the bank.
Banks will not call you back from a different, unlisted number immediately after you finish a service call. This scam likely relies on compromised phone systems or insiders to know when you've just contacted your bank, making it very dangerous.
"Received a call from 737 220-2450 right after I hung up from a Bank of America private line. Left no message. I believe this is a fraud number so beware !!!!"
Seniors are being targeted with calls about Medicare benefits. Scammers offer "Neck Back and Spine Braces" covered by Medicare or try to sell supplemental medical insurance. The caller ID often shows misleading names like "Health Center," "MEDICARE ASSIST," or "Pharmacy Service," and the calls are relentless, sometimes occurring 4-5 times a day.
Medical equipment like back braces must be prescribed by your doctor. Legitimate medical suppliers will not call you out of the blue to offer them; this is a common tactic to fraudulently bill Medicare.
"SCAM. They ask about your insurance and where do you hurt so they can send you a neck or back brace. They call from several numbers only the last four are different. Report them."
Frequently Asked Questions about Area Code 201 Scams and Spam Calls
No, area code 737 is not a scam. It's a legitimate telephone area code serving millions of legitimate residents and businesses in Texas, United States. Area code 737 is a general purpose code that has been in service since July 1, 2013.
Most common 737 scam types are:
You're likely experiencing "Neighbor Spoofing." Scammers fake their caller ID to display local or familiar numbers. If you live in or near Texas, or have a 737 phone number yourself, scammers know you're more likely to answer what appears to be a local call.
Calling back to unknown spam number may incur premium charges or at least confirm your phone number is active and lead to more spam and scam calls.
There are three main ways to reduce spam calls:
It's definitely possible to block all specific area code phone numbers. However, we do not recommend this option because it would also prevent friends, family, doctors, and legitimate businesses from reaching you.
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