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04 8583 8010 (0485838010): 2 reports of unsolicited health insurance sales calls and repeated silent calls with no message left.
Spam and Nuisance Reports for 04 8583 8010
Two contributors have reported calls from 04 8583 8010 (also written as 0485838010), describing a mix of unsolicited sales pitches and silent repeated calls. The number is registered to a mobile service through Pivotel Satellite, a provider offering mobile connectivity in remote areas of Australia.
One contributor answered a call from 0485838010 and was approached about private health insurance despite having no existing policy with any provider. The caller appeared to be conducting cold outreach. A separate report describes four consecutive calls from 04 8583 8010 where the caller did not speak or leave a voicemail, hanging up each time the call connected or went unanswered.
What Callers from 04 8583 8010 Are Doing
The contributor who engaged with 04 8583 8010 reported being pitched private health insurance. This suggests the number may be used for telemarketing campaigns, though the data set is limited. The caller knew enough to attempt an insurance conversation, but there is no indication they had prior relationship or account information.
The second pattern from 0485838010 is distinctly different: silent calls in rapid succession. Four calls arrived in quick succession with no message left after each attempt. This type of behaviour can indicate either automated dialling systems testing for active numbers, or potential callback scams where the caller intends for the recipient to return the call.
Call Patterns and Timing
The unsolicited insurance call from 04 8583 8010 occurred during standard business hours (11:59 AM on 20 January 2026). The silent call sequence from 0485838010 was reported in October 2025 and consisted of four calls in immediate succession, with the caller ghosting each time. This rapid-fire pattern is consistent with automated dialling systems rather than a sales representative trying to reach a specific person.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 04 8583 8010
If 04 8583 8010 calls you:
- Do not: Agree to provide personal details, confirm whether you have insurance, or share financial information over the phone
- Do not: Return the call if you do not recognise the number, as this may confirm your number is active
- Do: Let calls go to voicemail on first contact
- Do: Block the number after repeated calls with no message or valid purpose
- Do: Hang up immediately if the caller pressures you about health coverage you don't have
How to Report 04 8583 8010
If you receive unwanted calls from 04 8583 8010 or 0485838010, you can report them to the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) at acma.gov.au. The ACMA handles complaints about nuisance calls, silent calls, and telemarketing violations.
You can also register your number on the Australian Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au to reduce unsolicited sales calls. If the calls continue after registration, document the dates and times and report them to ACMA.
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Why is 04 8583 8010 calling about health insurance I don't have?
One contributor answered a call from 0485838010 and was pitched private health insurance despite having no existing policy. This suggests the number may be used for cold-calling telemarketing campaigns. The caller likely obtained the number from a lead list without verifying whether you actually need the product.
What should I do if 04 8583 8010 calls me multiple times without leaving a message?
If 0485838010 calls repeatedly and hangs up without speaking or leaving voicemail, do not return the call. This pattern can indicate automated dialling systems testing whether your number is active. Block 04 8583 8010 after two or more silent calls and report the number to ACMA at acma.gov.au.
Is 0485838010 a scam number or just annoying?
Based on community reports, 0485838010 appears to be more of a nuisance than an active scam. One call was an unsolicited sales pitch, and the others were silent calls with no message. However, silent repeated calls can sometimes precede callback scams, so it's safest to block 04 8583 8010 and not return any calls.
Can I register 04 8583 8010 on the Do Not Call Register?
You cannot register individual numbers like 0485838010 on the Do Not Call Register. Instead, you should register your own number at donotcall.gov.au to reduce telemarketing calls. If you continue receiving calls from 04 8583 8010 after registration, report the breach to ACMA.
Why does the number 0485838010 show as a Pivotel Satellite mobile?
04 8583 8010 is allocated to Pivotel Satellite Pty Limited, a provider offering mobile services in remote parts of Australia. Pivotel numbers are less commonly used for consumer calls, which makes this particular number unusual for unsolicited health insurance sales. It's possible the number has been reassigned or spoofed.
Should I answer if 04 8583 8010 calls again?
No. If you have already received calls from 0485838010 and identified them as spam or silent calls, let future calls go to voicemail. Do not answer or return the call. If the same number continues calling after blocking, report it to ACMA at acma.gov.au and your phone provider.