More than 300 charged in $14.6 billion health care fraud schemes takedown, Justice Department says

"These criminals didn't just steal someone else's money. They stole from you. Every fraudulent claim, every fake billing, every kickback scheme represents money taken directly from the pockets of American taxpayers."

"The alleged $14.6 billion in fraud is more than twice the previous record in the Justice Department's annual health care fraud crackdown, with nearly 190 federal cases."

In a historic takedown, state and federal prosecutors revealed over $14.6 billion in fraudulent health care claims, leading to more than 320 charges. This unprecedented operation seized assets valued over $245 million, including cash and luxury vehicles, with identified perpetrators linked to transnational crime networks across the globe. Matthew Galeotti emphasized the significance of these crimes, stating that fraudulent claims directly impact American taxpayers. Notably, among the cases is a $10 billion scheme involving urinary catheters, showcasing sophisticated methods employed by criminals to exploit the healthcare system.

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