I have health insurance and need emergency care
You have legal protections against emergency room, out-of-network “surprise medical bills” — which are described in this guide.
Tips & Guides
I have health insurance and need to schedule hospital care
Health care can be expensive. When you have health insurance and need to schedule hospital care, there are some things you can do to lower the amount that you will have to pay out-of-pocket.
I received a medical bill I cannot afford to pay
How to make sure your bill is correct, and how to dispute it if its not.
Did your insurance deny your health care claim? How to appeal.
Whether you have Medicare or private insurance, learn how to challenge health insurance claim denials with this easy guide.
Counterfeit and stolen goods: Tips to avoid buying them online or anywhere
INFORM Act expected to help consumers by reducing volume of items sold illegally
How to request and download your Instagram data
Why you should consider requesting your Instagram data - and how to do it.
The top text scams of 2022? Messages impersonating banks increased 20-fold since 2019
Consumer protection help: Your frequently asked questions
For Consumer Protection Week, our staff collected your questions so we could provide useful tips on protecting you, your family and all consumers.
Buying LED bulbs: What to look for
Inefficient light bulbs – like incandescents and fluorescents – are being phased out for LEDs. To get the right LED, you’ll need to know how to pick the right brightness, color and bulb type for your home.
Fake tickets, real heartbreak: Tips for fans to spot scams
Counterfeit tickets to concerts and big sporting events are a huge problem.