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Kentucky Medicaid fraud cases

Every Justice Department announcement of Medicaid fraud prosecuted in Kentucky since January 20, 2025.

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 Kentucky

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 Kentucky, and Medicaid cases in every state.

Frequently asked questions

How many Medicaid fraud cases has the DOJ announced in Kentucky?

11 announcements since January 20, 2025, or 3.6% 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 Kentucky?

Office of Medicaid Fraud and Abuse Control (1-877-228-7384 (Elder Abuse and Medicaid Fraud Hotline)); 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.

Sources

  1. U.S. Department of Justice press releases (justice.gov/news)
  2. HHS-OIG: Report fraud
  3. HHS-OIG: Medicaid Fraud Control Units
  4. DOJ: National Fraud Enforcement Division Criminal Tip Rewards Pilot Program, terms and conditions (updated Oct. 20, 2026)