Medicaid fraud cases by state
Where to report Medicaid fraud
- HHS Office of Inspector General · 1-800-HHS-TIPS (1-800-447-8477): Fraud in Medicare, Medicaid and other HHS programs
- Your state's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit: State unit, usually in the Attorney General's office, that prosecutes provider fraud
- America.gov/fraud (WHIP reward portal): Required route if you want a WHIP award of $10,000–$30,000
Full steps and reward rules: how to report Medicaid fraud.
Latest announcements
Source: U.S. Department of Justice press releases, classified by WHIP Reward. Each row is one press release; the same case can appear at several stages, so amounts should not be added. Charged cases are allegations. Search all 302 in the database.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I report Medicaid fraud?
HHS Office of Inspector General (1-800-HHS-TIPS (1-800-447-8477)): Fraud in Medicare, Medicaid and other HHS programs. Your state's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit: State unit, usually in the Attorney General's office, that prosecutes provider fraud. America.gov/fraud (WHIP reward portal): Required route if you want a WHIP award of $10,000–$30,000.
Can I get a reward for reporting Medicaid fraud?
Yes. HHS / Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services programs are covered by the federal WHIP program, which pays $10,000–$30,000 per tip that leads to criminal charges. Larger cases can be brought under the False Claims Act, which pays 15–30% of what the government recovers.