Ohio Department of Medicaid

Ohio economists are divided on the effectiveness of Senate Bill 315, which aims to reduce Medicaid fraud through measures like payment suspensions, enhanced penalties, and electronic verification. Some economists believe the reforms could yield fiscal savings, while others argue the administrative costs may outweigh benefits. The bill, awaiting Governor Mike DeWine’s signature, also sparks debate over potential impacts on access for vulnerable populations.

Ohio's state auditor highlights significant Medicaid fraud and waste in the state, citing a 15.6% error rate in payments for ineligible services and a $1.4 billion cut from home health and hospice providers suspected of fraud. The auditor criticizes lax enforcement of rules, including failures in implementing required Electronic Visit Verification systems for home healthcare services.

House Republicans launch a new task force to investigate alleged Medicaid fraud in Ohio, probing $250B in potential fraud. The task force will be led by Rep. Brandon Gill and will also investigate institutions upholding diversity and inclusion policies. The investigation was sparked by a report on widespread fraud in Ohio's Medicaid waiver program.

House Republicans launch a new task force to investigate alleged Medicaid fraud in Ohio, probing $250B in potential fraud. The task force will be led by Rep. Brandon Gill and will also investigate institutions upholding diversity and inclusion policies. The investigation was sparked by a report on widespread fraud in Ohio's Medicaid waiver program.

Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy vows to crack down on Medicaid waste and fraud after a report alleged millions were billed from vacant offices. The Ohio Department of Medicaid is investigating the matter. Ramaswamy promises aggressive prosecution of instances of waste, fraud, and abuse.