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๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Attention migrants in Florida: SNAP and Medicaid beneficiaries will have to work or train starting in July

Florida Senate has passed a bill changing eligibility and work requirements for SNAP and Medicaid beneficiaries, including certain migrants.

Mar 22 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
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National & Local

New audit exposes flawed system critics say let Minnesota fraud slip through cracks: 'Didn't act for years'

A new audit reveals deficiencies in Minnesota's Department of Human Services, particularly regarding its handling of Medicaid fraud investigations, leading to criticism over years of inaction.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Fetterman praises former Senate opponent Dr. Oz for rooting out Medicaid fraud

Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman commended Dr. Mehmet Oz, the CMS Administrator, for his efforts in addressing Medicaid fraud during a recent interview.

Mar 13 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Two Indian-origin brothers sentenced to 835 years in the USA, learn about the case

Two Indian-origin brothers in Pennsylvania have been sentenced to a total of 835 years in prison for orchestrating a significant fraud that deceived vulnerable patients and exploited major U.S. government programs.

Mar 12 โ€ข 17:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Deputy AG Todd Blanche sheds light on new DOJ fraud division to address 'insane' problem

Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche announced a new DOJ division aimed at tackling rampant fraud in Minnesota, particularly focusing on Medicaid fraud.

Mar 11 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Dr. Oz alleges widespread fraud in New York's $100B Medicaid program, demands Hochul respond

Dr. Mehmet Oz has raised concerns about fraud in New York's Medicaid program and has requested information from Governor Kathy Hochul within 30 days.

Mar 4 โ€ข 20:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Fraud-plagued Minnesota sues Trump administration for withholding $243M in Medicaid payments

Minnesota has filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration over the alleged illegal withholding of $243 million in Medicaid payments.

Mar 3 โ€ข 15:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for Illinois: received 193 million dollars to expand access to healthcare in rural areas

Illinois has secured $193 million to enhance healthcare access in rural regions, with annual funding aimed at supporting long-term reforms.

Mar 2 โ€ข 20:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

United States: JD Vance Suspends Payment of 259 Million Dollars Intended for Minnesota's Medicaid Program

JD Vance, the U.S. Vice President, has suspended $259 million in Medicaid funding for Minnesota due to alleged fraud concerns.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:42 UTC
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National & Local

Walz slams Trump admin for temporarily halting Medicaid funding to Minnesota: 'Campaign of retribution'

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz criticized the Trump administration for a temporary halt in Medicaid funding, labeling it a 'campaign of retribution' against his state.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
National & Local

JD Vance: Trump's administration froze 260 million dollars to Minnesota

The Trump administration has frozen nearly 260 million dollars in federal Medicaid funding to Minnesota amid a major fraud scandal in the state.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Trump Administration Freezes Health Payments to Minnesota

The Trump administration has announced a freeze on Medicaid payments to Minnesota amidst allegations of fraud in childcare programs run by residents of Somali descent in Minneapolis.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:30 UTC
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National & Local

Minnesota remains frontline in Vance's 'war on fraud' as Walz given 60 days 'to clean up the systems'

Vice President JD Vance has announced a temporary halt to Medicaid funding in Minnesota, giving the state 60 days to address concerns over fraud in its social programs.

Feb 25 โ€ข 22:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Vance says Minnesotaโ€™s Medicaid funds halted as part of Trumpโ€™s โ€˜war on fraudโ€™

JD Vance announced that the Trump administration is halting over $250 million in Medicaid reimbursements to Minnesota as part of a crackdown on fraud.

Feb 25 โ€ข 22:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

JD Vance spearheads 'war on fraud,' promises to root out taxpayer money 'stolen' by illegal immigrants

JD Vance is leading a new initiative to combat fraud related to taxpayer money allegedly misappropriated by illegal immigrants, as emphasized in President Trump's State of the Union address.

Feb 25 โ€ข 17:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

DOGEโ€™s Medicaid data dump aims to expose fraud โ€” but privacy and legal hurdles loom

The release of anonymous Medicaid data aims to enhance transparency and combat fraud, but concerns about patient privacy and legal complexities pose significant challenges for successful prosecutions.

Feb 21 โ€ข 14:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

News in New Mexico: Medicaid receives $211.5 million to strengthen rural healthcare

Medicaid in New Mexico has been allocated $211.5 million under the Rural Health Transformation Program to improve healthcare access and quality in rural areas.

Feb 19 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Heavily-redacted audit finds Minnesota Medicaid had widespread vulnerabilities

A recent audit revealed significant vulnerabilities in Minnesota's Medicaid program, potentially allowing fraudulent billing practices to go undetected and suggesting over $1 billion in taxpayer savings through improved oversight.

Feb 18 โ€ข 21:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Dr. Oz details 'weaponization of fraud' in Minnesota, estimates total Medicaid fraud to be $100 billion

Dr. Mehmet Oz highlights the alleged widespread Medicaid fraud in Minnesota, estimating it to contribute to a national total of $100 billion in fraud.

Feb 17 โ€ข 14:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Federal welfare spending is a fraud magnet โ€” and taxpayers are paying the price

Investigations in Minnesota reveal significant fraud in welfare programs, leading to multiple scandals and highlighting issues in federal funding practices.

Feb 11 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Better than Medicare or Medicaid?: this is how Trump Rx works, the new discount drug platform in the U.S.

President Donald Trump launched the TrumpRx platform, offering discounted medications, with some products available at lower prices than their list prices, although experts warn that better deals may still be found through insurance.

Feb 6 โ€ข 15:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Eyeing 2028, Dem Gov Shapiro leans into fraud crackdown, boosting tough-on-crime image

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro plans to announce a significant initiative to combat Medicaid fraud, enhancing his tough-on-crime stance as he prepares for the 2028 elections.

Feb 3 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Planned Parenthood drops lawsuit challenging Trump administration's Medicaid cuts

Planned Parenthood has voluntarily dropped its lawsuit against the Trump administration's Medicaid payment cuts stemming from a provision in the tax bill.

Feb 3 โ€ข 03:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Minnesota health care owner charged with yearslong Medicaid scam topping $3M

Mohamed Abdirashid Omarxeyd has been charged with felony theft for allegedly committing over $3 million in Medicaid fraud through his home health agency, Guardian Home Health Services.

Jan 15 โ€ข 17:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Trump admin puts Minnesota on notice, moves to audit Medicaid and claw back funds to protect taxpayers

The Trump administration is auditing Medicaid programs in Minnesota, claiming to uncover significant overbilling and plans to recover around $500 million.

Jan 7 โ€ข 13:05 UTC

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