Minnesota Autism Therapy Providers Charged in $46 Million Medicaid Scandal

Two Minnesota-based autism therapy providers have been charged with $46 million in Medicaid fraud, according to the US Department of Justice. The charges were announced by RFK Jr., who described it as “the largest autism fraud bust in American history.”

The indictment alleges that 15 individuals and entities bilked Medicaid programs in Minnesota. The investigation is ongoing, with one suspect currently at large.

The two companies involved are [Company A] and [Company B]. They allegedly submitted false claims for services provided to patients with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

The US Department of Justice has charged the defendants with various crimes related to healthcare fraud, including conspiracy, wire fraud, and mail fraud. The charges carry penalties of up to 20 years in prison.

The investigation was led by the US Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Inspector General and the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Minnesota.

The case is ongoing, with further developments expected in the coming days.

Source: Google News World