Medicare Fraud

Medicare fraud refers to illegal activities perpetrated with the intent to unlawfully obtain Medicare benefits or payments through deceptive practices. Common forms of Medicare fraud include billing for services or supplies that were not provided, submitting false claims for medically unnecessary procedures, forging or altering medical records, and receiving kickbacks for referrals or services. Medicare fraud not only wastes taxpayer dollars but also undermines the integrity of the Medicare program and jeopardizes the health and safety of beneficiaries. To combat fraud, Medicare employs various detection and prevention measures, including audits, investigations, and enforcement actions, to hold perpetrators accountable and safeguard program resources.