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Medicaid fraud risks and oversight [Part 2]
Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a hearing titled “State Medicaid Program Integrity: Examining Fraud Risks and Oversight Deficiencies.” The hearing included testimonies from Temporary Minnesota DHS Commissioner John Connolly, in addition to the Medicaid Directors for the states of California, New York and Ohio.
Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a hearing titled “State Medicaid Program Integrity: Examining Fraud Risks and Oversight Deficiencies.” The hearing included testimonies from Temporary Minnesota DHS Commissioner John Connolly, in addition to the Medicaid Directors for the states of California, New York and Ohio.
Fighting fraud: Screening providers in high-risk programs
Temporary Minnesota DHS Commissioner John Connolly explained to Congress the screening process for new Medicaid providers in high-risk programs to combat fraud.
Temporary Minnesota DHS Commissioner John Connolly explained to Congress the screening process for new Medicaid providers in high-risk programs to combat fraud.
Megan Khang, first Hmong-American pro golfer, returns to Minnesota
The first Hmong-American pro golfer, Megan Khang, returned to Minnesota to compete in the KPMG Women's PGA Championship in Chaska.
The first Hmong-American pro golfer, Megan Khang, returned to Minnesota to compete in the KPMG Women's PGA Championship in Chaska.
Minnesota DHS explains fraud investigation process
Temporary Minnesota DHS Commissioner John Connolly told Congress how Minnesota investigates suspected Medicaid fraud, explaining when cases are referred to law enforcement and how quickly payment withholds can be imposed after a credible allegation of fraud.
Temporary Minnesota DHS Commissioner John Connolly told Congress how Minnesota investigates suspected Medicaid fraud, explaining when cases are referred to law enforcement and how quickly payment withholds can be imposed after a credible allegation of fraud.
Minnesota DHS commissioner: ‘Fraud is unacceptable’
Temporary Minnesota DHS Commissioner John Connolly told Congress that fraud is “unacceptable” and the state is using enhanced provider reviews, background checks and law enforcement partnerships to identify and remove fraudulent Medicaid providers.
Temporary Minnesota DHS Commissioner John Connolly told Congress that fraud is “unacceptable” and the state is using enhanced provider reviews, background checks and law enforcement partnerships to identify and remove fraudulent Medicaid providers.
Minnesota DHS faces questions over fraud screening
Minnesota DHS Commissioner John Connolly defended the state's Medicaid provider review process before Congress, saying providers restored after appeals remain under heightened oversight and that suspected fraud cases are referred to law enforcement.
Minnesota DHS Commissioner John Connolly defended the state's Medicaid provider review process before Congress, saying providers restored after appeals remain under heightened oversight and that suspected fraud cases are referred to law enforcement.
'Significant fraud happened' in MN autism services
Minnesota DHS temporary commissioner John Connolly acknowledged that "significant fraud happened" in the state's autism services program while testifying before Congress. Connolly said Minnesota has responded with provider audits, enhanced background checks, and a new licensing system to strengthen oversight.
Minnesota DHS temporary commissioner John Connolly acknowledged that "significant fraud happened" in the state's autism services program while testifying before Congress. Connolly said Minnesota has responded with provider audits, enhanced background checks, and a new licensing system to strengthen oversight.
Atlanta's Big Tigger denies abuse allegations, wife granted TPO
Longtime radio personality and former television host Big Tigger was arrested over the weekend on child cruelty and battery charges in Fulton County after allegedly pushing his wife into an office door during an argument, causing a deep facial cut, according to court documents.
Longtime radio personality and former television host Big Tigger was arrested over the weekend on child cruelty and battery charges in Fulton County after allegedly pushing his wife into an office door during an argument, causing a deep facial cut, according to court documents.
Minnesota DHS defends Medicaid fraud crackdown
In an opening statement, Minnesota Department of Human Services temporary commissioner John Connolly defended the state's Medicaid fraud prevention efforts before Congress, highlighting thousands of investigations, millions of dollars recovered and expanded oversight while warning against disruptions to Medicaid funding.
In an opening statement, Minnesota Department of Human Services temporary commissioner John Connolly defended the state's Medicaid fraud prevention efforts before Congress, highlighting thousands of investigations, millions of dollars recovered and expanded oversight while warning against disruptions to Medicaid funding.
Great American State Fair: Street closures, parking restrictions and what to know
The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its celebrations. Here's information on street closures, parking restrictions and what you need to know if you are attending.
The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its celebrations. Here's information on street closures, parking restrictions and what you need to know if you are attending.
Lionel Richie 'feeling dizzy' at St. Paul concert, leaves stage early
A concertgoer describes the experience at a Lionel Richie concert in St. Paul, Minnesota Wednesday night when the singer abruptly left the stage after feeling dizzy and ended the show early.
A concertgoer describes the experience at a Lionel Richie concert in St. Paul, Minnesota Wednesday night when the singer abruptly left the stage after feeling dizzy and ended the show early.
Lionel Richie cuts MN concert short after falling ill
Lionel Richie became ill during the opening night of his co-headlining tour with Earth, Wind & Fire at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul. About an hour into his performance, the legendary singer said he was feeling dizzy, sat down onstage, and later exited the stage.
Lionel Richie became ill during the opening night of his co-headlining tour with Earth, Wind & Fire at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul. About an hour into his performance, the legendary singer said he was feeling dizzy, sat down onstage, and later exited the stage.
Trump in standoff with Congress over housing, voting bills
President Donald Trump is in a standoff with Congress after a trip to Capitol Hill. He’s refusing to sign a new bipartisan housing bill as he pushes for voter ID requirements, but he also convinced Republicans to reverse a vote to end the war in Iran. FOX’s Doug Luzader has the latest.
President Donald Trump is in a standoff with Congress after a trip to Capitol Hill. He’s refusing to sign a new bipartisan housing bill as he pushes for voter ID requirements, but he also convinced Republicans to reverse a vote to end the war in Iran. FOX’s Doug Luzader has the latest.
Detroit Lions player arrested in connection to violent Tampa armed robbery, kidnapping
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been arrested four months after a Tampa armed robbery and kidnapping linked to an Airbnb the player rented in Largo.
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been arrested four months after a Tampa armed robbery and kidnapping linked to an Airbnb the player rented in Largo.
Maury's Stories: MN man behind waterskiing
This week's Maury's Story is on the Minnesota man behind waterskiing.
This week's Maury's Story is on the Minnesota man behind waterskiing.
World Cup watch party held at St. Paul's El Burrito Mercado
World Cup fans gathered at El Burrito Mercado to watch Mexico face off against Czechia in the World Cup. FOX 9's Leon Purvis was there to capture the excitement.
World Cup fans gathered at El Burrito Mercado to watch Mexico face off against Czechia in the World Cup. FOX 9's Leon Purvis was there to capture the excitement.
Anti-ICE protester struck by car in New Jersey
A Minnesota woman is recovering after being struck by a car outside an ICE facility in New Jersey. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the latest details.
A Minnesota woman is recovering after being struck by a car outside an ICE facility in New Jersey. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the latest details.
MN family's life-long commitment to Special Olympics
The Libby family has a major commitment to the Special Olympics. FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard sat down with the family to learn more.
The Libby family has a major commitment to the Special Olympics. FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard sat down with the family to learn more.
Town Ball: Perspective from a Sleepy Eye coach
Bruce Whitus, a Sleepy Eye native who has coached a variety of sports at all levels for decades, spoke live to FOX 9 about what it's like to see athletes come through the pipe and what he's learned from coaching in the community.
Bruce Whitus, a Sleepy Eye native who has coached a variety of sports at all levels for decades, spoke live to FOX 9 about what it's like to see athletes come through the pipe and what he's learned from coaching in the community.
Town Ball: Sleepy Eye's Mielke Brothers
Sleepy Eye's town ball team has gotten much younger in recent years, with the four Mielke Brothers making up a big portion of the Indians' lineup. FOX 9's Dawn Mitchell caught up with them to learn more about their experience in representing Sleepy Eye.
Sleepy Eye's town ball team has gotten much younger in recent years, with the four Mielke Brothers making up a big portion of the Indians' lineup. FOX 9's Dawn Mitchell caught up with them to learn more about their experience in representing Sleepy Eye.