Thanks to a joint investigation by the Texas HHS OIG and Texas Rangers, a Bexar County woman was arrested this week for fraudulently obtaining approximately $22,000 in SNAP benefits. https://t.co/k3CgpAp6JC
An OIG investigation resulted in felony charges against a North Texas social media influencer accused of fraudulently obtaining SNAP and Medicaid benefits. Read more at the link! https://t.co/uj9RImuJ2L
An HHSC contracted provider that helps clients with disabilities gain independence largely met applicable standards, although it needs a formal policy to ensure continued compliance. https://t.co/TUGqpBicVa
The Provider Investigations team examines allegations of fraud, waste and abuse by Medicaid providers. The top three provider types reviewed in preliminary investigations this quarter were physicians at 28%, home health agencies at 15% and dentists at 13%.
The OIG released the third quarterly report for fiscal year 2025, detailing the recovery of more than $170.7 million from March 1 through May 31, 2025. https://t.co/PeyI8k1zzA
Are you a new physician looking to better understand the Medicaid program? Discover how the OIG enforces accountability in the delivery of taxpayer-funded medical care with the Physician Guide to Integrity in Texas Health & Human Services. https://t.co/IEvjhFCD3t
The monthly OIG Update covers the agency’s ongoing efforts to fight fraud, waste and abuse in Texas health and human services. Don’t miss the next edition. Sign up today! https://t.co/FDSRhKZfmk
The monthly OIG Update covers the agency’s ongoing efforts to fight fraud, waste and abuse in Texas health and human services. Don’t miss the next edition. Sign up today! https://t.co/FDSRhKZfmk
Scammers are continuing to deploy card skimmers in stores across Texas to steal EBT benefits. Retailers can help the OIG protect the SNAP program by frequently checking card readers for skimming devices. https://t.co/K8DxohclJ7
If you think you’ve been a victim of fraud with your Lone Star Card, take immediate action!
Call the Lone Star Help desk to cancel your card at 800-777-7328.
Learn more about reporting fraud here: https://t.co/2Wfq2a446F
OIG audit finds that a provider did not comply with Medicaid and Texas Children’s Health Program requirements for allergy treatment, resulting in $11,602 in overpayments. https://t.co/In9dTyp94T
Have you been a victim of fraud with your Lone Star Card?
Take these steps ASAP:
☎️ Call the Lone Star Help Desk to cancel your card.
⚠️ Report fraud to the Texas Office of Inspector General.
🚨 Contact your local law enforcement.
To learn more, visit: https://t.co/2Wfq2a446F