💨 Abstract

The Department of Justice made the largest ever crackdown on health care fraud, charging over 320 people and uncovering $15 million in false claims. They seized over $245 million in assets, including cryptocurrency and luxury vehicles. The schemes involved international criminal networks from Russia, Eastern Europe, and Pakistan. The fraud totaled $14.6 billion, with nearly 190 federal cases and 90 state cases.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff