All announcements
Source: U.S. Department of Justice press releases. Amounts should not be added: one case can appear at several stages. Charged cases are allegations.
Where to report Medicaid fraud in California
- Division of Medi-Cal Fraud & Elder Abuse (DMFEA) · 800-722-0432: Prosecutes Medicaid provider fraud in California
- HHS Office of Inspector General · 1-800-HHS-TIPS (1-800-447-8477): Fraud in Medicare, Medicaid and other HHS programs
- America.gov/fraud (WHIP reward portal): Required route if you want a WHIP award of $10,000–$30,000
Medicaid fraud is covered by the federal WHIP program: a tip that leads to criminal charges can earn $10,000–$30,000. More on reporting Medicaid fraud, all fraud cases and reward laws in California, and Medicaid cases in every state.
Frequently asked questions
How many Medicaid fraud cases has the DOJ announced in California?
13 announcements since January 20, 2025, or 4.3% of all Medicaid announcements in our database. Each press release is counted separately, so one case can appear at charge, plea and sentencing.
How do I report Medicaid fraud in California?
Division of Medi-Cal Fraud & Elder Abuse (DMFEA) (800-722-0432); HHS Office of Inspector General (1-800-HHS-TIPS (1-800-447-8477)); America.gov/fraud (WHIP reward portal). To be eligible for a federal WHIP award, submit the tip in writing at America.gov/fraud.