Ohio's Massive Medicaid Fraud Loophole
An investigation has uncovered significant issues within Ohio's Medicaid program, particularly regarding non-medical services provided to the elderly. The program allows individuals to be compensated for services such as cooking and cleaning, which raises concerns about potential abuse. This situation highlights the need for oversight in a multi-billion dollar industry.
- ▪The investigation focuses on Ohio's Medicaid program, which is worth billions annually.
- ▪Concerns have been raised about the abuse of funds intended for non-medical services.
- ▪Services include cooking, cleaning, and companionship for elderly individuals.
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The Daily Wire’s investigation of the multi-billion dollar a year Medicaid industry in Ohio has raised concerns about abuse of a program in which people are paid to visit the homes of elderly poor people and provide “cooking,” “cleaning,” and other non-medical services that even include “companionship.” Read Full Article »
Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at RealClear Investigations.