Alert : Medical Appointment Booking Scam

Scammers are becoming increasingly creative in targeting users of online health platforms. Fake websites and messages closely imitate official medical booking procedures, tricking people searching for a consultation or vaccination. Here’s how to spot this widespread digital trap.

Medical Appointment Booking Scam

Fraudulent websites or misleading messages pose as healthcare platforms to get you to pay for a fake appointment or disclose confidential information.

How it works

Fraudsters distribute fake links via email, SMS, or search engines. Victims believe they’re accessing an official site, but end up on a well-made copy. The goal is to get a payment or collect personal data, sometimes for resale or identity theft.
Warning signs: spelling mistakes on the site, a web address that differs from the real platform, demand for immediate payment for a usually free service.

Some tips:

• 🕵️‍♀️ Always check the site’s URL before entering information—use your bookmarks or search for the official website.
• 🔒 Never provide banking details if the site seems suspicious or asks for unexpected payment.
• 📞 If in doubt, contact your healthcare provider directly regarding any appointment or message you receive.
• 🚫 Report any suspicious site or message to official platforms or authorities.
• 📢 Warn your friends and family about this scam to help protect others.

Conclusion

If you’re unsure about an online medical booking, take time to check the website address—never rush to pay or share your information. If you encounter a scam attempt, report it to reportfraud.ftc.gov.
For best practices against digital fraud, see our guide:
Scams and Frauds: How to Protect Yourself!

Written by : René Ronse
Methodology : Our alert articles are based on regular monitoring of national reporting platforms, feedback from victims, and statements issued by relevant authorities.
About the author : René Ronse, manager of ArnaqueOuFiable.com. Expert in consumer cybersecurity, specialist in detecting online fraud, product transparency, and digital compliance. He has over 20 years of experience analyzing hidden subscription mechanisms, unreadable terms and conditions, aggressive sales tactics, and deceptive commercial practices on the web.
Sources : tf1info.fr | femina.fr
Last updated : 28 June 2025.
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