Big Changes in 2023 for New Yorkers on Medicaid

Medicaid is essential to many as it provides healthcare coverage to individuals who could not ordinarily afford steep private insurance rates. Low-income families, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities comprise the main enrollment group for Medicaid and Medicaid-associated programs. It is estimated that over 7 Read More …

A Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for Medicaid

Medicaid is a joint federal and state program that provides healthcare coverage to eligible low-income individuals and families who can not ordinarily afford private insurance or medical care. It plays a crucial role in providing millions of families with access to essential medical services that Read More …

Medicaid and Medicare Fraud Now; Pay the Price Later

Medicaid is a federal healthcare program created with the objective of providing quality care to patients across the United States. Yet, there are cold hearted and evil individuals who have figured out a way to exploit the program for personal gain. It is said to Read More …

Cardiologist Sentenced to Prison for Decade-Long Health Care Scheme

Health care fraud is a serious crime with costly consequences. It can be committed by medical providers, patients, and others who intentionally deceive the health care system to receive unlawful benefits and payments. It affects everyone and has extremely detrimental impacts on society, from raising Read More …

How You Should Respond to an Investigation Letter from the HRA

If the HRA Bureau of Fraud Investigation has sent you or a family member a letter regarding Medicaid fraud, be sure to address such information with precaution. It is important to not ignore such letters, considering criminal and civil charges may arise from doing so.  Read More …

Fraud Alert – Medicaid Fraud Cases on the Rise

Unlicensed NJ Dentist Convicted In $2 Million Fraud Scheme Luis Omar Vargas was employed at Dental Express Broadway located at 161st Street in Manhattan when he and two others were arrested in both New York and New Jersey on healthcare fraud charges. It turns out Read More …

Why Would Medicaid Fraud Investigate You?

Why Would Medicaid Investigate You? Receiving a letter from the Human Resources Administration (HRA) indicates that either local or state government suspects that you are guilty of Medicaid fraud, and is not a matter to be taken lightly. A Medicaid Fraud conviction can result in Read More …

How to Report Suspected Medicaid Fraud

As of June 2018, Medicaid provides health coverage to over 66.9 million people around the country. This includes but is not limited to: eligible low-income adults, children, pregnant women, elders, and people with disabilities. Medicaid is administered by each state individually but is funded jointly Read More …