Waste, Fraud and Abuse
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Comer raises concerns that complexity of federal healthcare billing system is vulnerable to fraud
The Oversight committee chairman is asking Administrator Mehmet Oz of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to prepare a staff level briefing as part of an investigation into how the system is contributing to improper billing and higher costs for patients and taxpayers.
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California's high-speed rail now projected to cost over $230B, state GOP lawmaker wants it scrapped
State Sen. Tony Strickland, Republican vice-chair of the Senate Transportation Committee, is now calling for the whole project to be scrapped.
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Watchdog GAO estimates fraud costs taxpayers between $233 billion and $521 billion annually
The GAO warns that "all federal programs and operations are at risk of fraud." Local news outlets report that Minnesota alone could be responsible for fraud in Minnesota social services and Medicaid programs exceeding $9 billion.
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State financial officials praise Trump anti-fraud healthcare proposal
A coalition of 14 state financial leaders across the country backed a Trump administration policy to reduce fraud in health-care systems. The group of state financial officers wrote a letter Wednesday to the Trump administration praising a policy from the U.S.
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California Republicans seek probe of $180 billion in taxpayer fraud
New estimate found hat California may have lost at least $180 billion to fraud across state programs.
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Congress requests evidence after reports on California hospice fraud
A California legislator’s investigation into hospice fraud in Los Angeles shows almost 300 licensed hospice providers are tied to a small number of addresses.
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Walz unveils anti-fraud plan; GOP urges independent watchdog
Walz sparked backlash from Republicans, especially as Minnesota state officials are accused of being complicit in the alleged fraud.
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Minnesota state workers say leaders rejected years of fraud warnings
Some employees claimed they were accused of racism, in part because the money was flowing to "diverse communities," the letter said. Most of those who have been federally indicted for the fraud schemes are of Somali descent.
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott directs investigation into potential Medicaid fraud
Abbot directed the Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General and Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) to investigate possible fraud.
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Research suggests as many as 6.4 million unwittingly enrolled in Obamacare with taxpayer subsidies
Obamacare abused by brokers to sign up millions for healthcare without their consent or knowledge. As a result, insurance companies reaped windfall profits, at the expense of taxpayers.
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House Whip says evidence from whistleblowers could lead to Walz indictment: ‘Should be in cuffs’
Majority Whip Tom Emmer says statements could open door to prosecuting Minnesota governor: "The man should be in cuffs."
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California likely next step in federal fraud probes after newest revelations in benefit programs
Fake student applications, Medicaid for illegal immigrants, and profligate food programs could make California the next target for federal scrutiny over allegations of benefit fraud.
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New fraud allegations raise same concerns in Minnesota child care program as 2018 warning
Amidst newer allegations of fraud in Minnesota’s federally-funded child care program, many were raised at least eight years ago by investigators who reported them to the state legislature.