The 863 area code is targeted by Medicare genetic testing fraud and fake process servers. Callers try to bill your insurance for unneeded tests or scare you with fake court documents.
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Getting calls from 863 area code and wonder if it's a scam? You're not alone. Scammers frequently spoof Florida (Lakeland, Winter Haven, Poinciana) phone numbers to trick you into answering. Here are the most common area code 863 scams based on user comments:
This aggressive scam targets Florida seniors in the 863 area code. Callers, sometimes using names like "Richard Harkaway," push for "cardiac genetic testing" that requires a mouth swab. They may already have your personal information, including your Medicare number, and falsely claim a doctor like "Dr. Elie Hercule" ordered the test or medical equipment like back and knee braces.
Your doctor will not have a third-party company call you to order genetic testing. These decisions are made during an in-person appointment. Medicare will never call you to sell products or verify your personal information.
"prior to these calls he sent herFOUR BOXES OF TOP GRADe braces for knees, back, etc. 9 in all of which was billed to medicare. claims her Dr. ordered them. So I contacted her pcp. Knows nothing of it. My mother has no heart condition. she does have alzheimers, which is why she supplied him with her medicare number."
Residents are receiving alarming calls and voicemails from individuals claiming to be process servers or mediators. Using names like "Nicole" or "Sophia Taylor," they threaten immediate "legal reinforcement," "garnishment of wages," and serving papers at your home or workplace unless you call back to resolve a vague "formal complaint."
Legitimate process servers do not call you in advance to warn you they are coming; they show up unannounced. All official court business is conducted via U.S. Mail, not through threatening phone calls.
"My name's Nicole calling in regards to a formal complaint that to be processed and released out to the county for immediate reinforcement against you in order to stop action. I will need to speak with you or your attorney today before this case is forwarded out to Pasco County for a request for garnishment of wages..."
This scam uses robocalls to create panic. The recorded message warns that "legal enforcement action" has been filed against your Social Security Number (SSN) due to suspicious activity. To avoid arrest or the suspension of your benefits, you are instructed to call a number back immediately and verify your SSN.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) will never call you to threaten your benefits or tell you your SSN has been suspended. The SSA communicates through official mail, not by phone for these matters.
"They left a message asking me to call back and identify myself by entering the last 4 digits of my SS# & if I didn't they would issue a warrant for my arrest."
One of the most frequent complaints in the 863 area involves persistent, daily calls about your car's extended warranty. These robocalls often give a "final warning" for a vehicle you may not even own anymore. If you engage with them, callers can become verbally abusive and use profane language.
These calls are illegal robocalls and are not from your car's manufacturer. They are fishing for personal and financial information and have no actual knowledge of your vehicle's warranty status.
"Tried to sell Toyota warranty and got verbally abusive when we said we owned Fords, not Toyotas."
This scam involves a recorded message claiming your computer support service, often mentioning "Geek Squad," has been automatically renewed for a fee like "$249" or "$399.99." The goal is to make you panic and call back to "cancel," at which point they will try to get your credit card info or gain remote access to your computer to "process a refund."
Legitimate companies like Microsoft or Geek Squad do not use threatening robocalls for billing. They will never need to access your computer remotely to process a cancellation or refund.
"Received a phone message on my landline number on Saturday 08/03/2019 from an automated male voice indicating that my account had been rebilled for $399.99 for computer technical service and to call should I wish to cancel. I have never purchased computer technical services..."
Frequently Asked Questions about Area Code 201 Scams and Spam Calls
No, area code 863 is not a scam. It's a legitimate telephone area code serving millions of legitimate residents and businesses in Florida, United States. Area code 863 is a general purpose code that has been in service since September 20, 1999.
Most common 863 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 Florida, or have a 863 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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