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Experts said certified navigators can help you navigate the health insurance market and find a plan without putting your personal information at risk.

ST. LOUIS — Insurance experts warn that health insurance scams are rising again in Missouri.

While Open Enrollment for plans starting Jan. 1 already ended, the marketplace is still open for plans starting Feb. 1, which is why scam texts and phone calls are still being sent out.

“You should always go into a health clinic or into a facility that is in person. That way you know that you’re not getting scammed by those callers, by people just taking your information,” said Sunni Johnson, Health Application Team Coordinator at nonprofit Affinia Healthcare.

Experts said scammers use texts like those in the photos below to try and sell plans that aren’t in your best interest. Sometimes they’ll sweeten the deal with offers like free groceries or gift …

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