Mixed reports for 0428 456 270 (0428456270): 3 legitimate medical confirmations, but 2 scam reports involving impersonation of Victoria Tower Medical with fake visa threats.
Impersonation Reports for 0428 456 270
0428 456 270 (also written as 0428456270) shows a divided pattern. Three contributors received legitimate automated appointment confirmations via SMS and call, matching their actual medical bookings. However, two separate scam reports describe impersonation tactics using the Victoria Tower Medical name without legitimate authority.
The scam reports for 0428456270 involve callers falsely claiming to represent the immigration department and threatening visa problems, despite recipients having no visa applications. One contributor received an SMS asking to confirm an appointment at a time and location where no appointment existed, with the sender falsely identified as Victoria Tower Medical.
What Callers from 0428 456 270 Claim
In the impersonation cases, callers from 0428 456 270 have claimed affiliation with Victoria Tower Medical in Sydney while actually representing themselves as immigration officials. One contributor reported a caller stating there was "a major problem" with a visa application that required immediate attention, despite the recipient having never applied for any visa.
The SMS-based scams using 0428456270 mimic legitimate appointment confirmations by requesting confirmation via text reply (Y for yes, N for no). The fraudulent messages included specific times (11:30 am appointment) to create false legitimacy. Contributors noted the scammers referenced Victoria Tower Medical despite the recipients not residing in NSW and having no legitimate bookings at that facility.
Distinguishing Legitimate from Fraudulent Messages
Legitimate messages from 0428 456 270 arrive as automated appointment confirmations matching actual bookings the recipient made, with correct appointment details, time, and provider information. The scam messages from 0428456270 claim appointments the recipient never made, reference healthcare providers in states where the recipient doesn't live, or shift suddenly into visa/immigration threats after the medical framing.
One key difference: legitimate confirmations matched the recipient's own appointment records exactly, while scam messages created appointments from thin air or switched to completely unrelated threats (visa problems) mid-conversation.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 0428 456 270
If 0428 456 270 calls claiming a medical appointment or immigration issue:
- Do: Hang up immediately if the caller claims to be from immigration or threatens visa problems
- Do: Check your own appointment calendar before engaging with the message
- Do: Verify directly with the claimed medical provider by calling their official number (not any number provided by the caller)
- Do NOT: Provide personal details, visa information, or payment details to an unsolicited caller
- Do NOT: Return the call to 0428456270 if you don't recognise the message
- Do NOT: Click links or reply to confirmation requests if you have no appointment booked
What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 0428 456 270
Scam SMS messages from 0428 456 270 may ask you to reply Y or N to confirm a fake appointment:
- Do NOT: Reply to confirmation requests for appointments you didn't make
- Do NOT: Click any links in the message
- Do: Delete the message immediately
- Do: Block 0428456270 on your phone to prevent further contact
- Do: Report the SMS as spam by forwarding it to 0429 999 888
How to Report 0428 456 270
If you receive impersonation or scam calls from 0428 456 270 (0428456270):
- Report the number to the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) at acma.gov.au
- File a scam report with Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au, including details of what the caller claimed and what tactics were used
- If the caller impersonated immigration authorities, report to Home Affairs at immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
- Contact your phone provider (Telstra) to block the number and report the fraudulent activity
- Contribute your experience to Reverse AU to help other Australians identify this number
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Community Reports
Automated text message confirming my upcoming appointment, replied Y and immediately an automated response came through. Appointment details stated were accurate with upcoming appointment.
Text from Healthengine confirming my appointment
Number is from Victoria Tower Medical in Sydney, but caller claimed to be from the immigration department and there is a major problem with my visa application. Not going anywhere and have not applied for any type of visa, not even a visa credit card. SCAMMERS.
Automated call confirming medical appointment tomorrow, matched my appointment details
Just got an SMS message from this number saying I have an appointment at 11.30 am and I should text yes to confirm or no to cancel. I didn't reply as I have no appointments today. I searched on the net and it belongs to Victoria Tower Medical in Sydney. I don't live in NSW. SCAMMERS!!
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SUBMIT A REPORTFrequently Asked Questions
Is 0428 456 270 a legitimate medical appointment confirmation number?
Partially. Three contributors received legitimate automated appointment confirmations from 0428 456 270 that matched their actual bookings. However, 0428456270 has also been used by scammers impersonating Victoria Tower Medical to send fake appointment requests. Always verify by checking your own appointment records or calling your provider directly using their official phone number, not by replying to the message from 0428 456 270.
Why did I get a fake appointment confirmation from 0428456270?
Scammers using 0428456270 send fake appointment SMS messages requesting confirmation (Y/N replies) to create a false sense of legitimacy. One contributor received a message for an 11:30 am appointment they never booked. This tactic tests whether your phone number is active and willing to engage, which can lead to further scam attempts or data harvesting.
What should I do if 0428 456 270 calls claiming I have a visa problem?
Hang up immediately. This is a confirmed scam tactic reported for 0428456270. Australian immigration authorities (Home Affairs) never contact people about visa issues via unsolicited calls claiming urgency. One contributor received exactly this call from 0428 456 270, despite having never applied for any visa. Do not engage, do not provide any personal information, and report the call to ACMA.
Can I trust SMS appointment confirmations from 0428 456 270?
Only if you actually have a confirmed appointment at the claimed time and facility. Legitimate messages from 0428456270 match real bookings with correct details. Scam messages reference appointments you didn't make or providers in states where you don't live. If the appointment message is unexpected or mentions a provider you've never contacted, do not reply and block 0428 456 270 instead.
How do I report a fake appointment message from 0428456270?
Forward the SMS from 0428456270 to 0429 999 888 to report it as spam. You can also report it to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au and ACMA at acma.gov.au. Block the number on your phone immediately. If you replied to the message, monitor your accounts for suspicious activity and consider changing passwords for sensitive services.
Why is 0428 456 270 on a Telstra mobile number if it's impersonating a medical clinic?
Scammers use legitimate mobile networks like Telstra to appear authentic. The number 0428456270 is registered to Telstra, but that doesn't verify the identity or intentions of whoever is using it. Scammers can register mobile numbers and use them to impersonate businesses. Always verify contact independently using official provider details, not trust the phone network alone.