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7 Minnesota providers among 455 charged in nationwide $6.5B ‘health care fraud takedown’
By Josh Skluzacek at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 23, 2026
· 5 min read
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Hundreds charged in national fraud operation
Seven Minnesota providers are part of the historic “Nati...
Key takeaway Altogether, the DOJ says 455 people are charged in alleged health care fraud and opioid abuse schemes as part of the “takedown” across 45 states and territories.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The local implications of the "National Health Care Fraud Takedown" are significant, with seven Minnesota providers charged with falsely claiming over $700,000. These cases, prosecuted by Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison's office, involve a range of schemes, from fraudulent billing for personal care assistant services to unlicensed individuals claiming reimbursement for psychotherapy and counseling services. The fact that these individuals were able to operate in Minnesota, taking advantage of the state's health care system, raises concerns about the effectiveness of current oversight and enforcement mechanisms. As the cases against Tremayne Lemar Jackson, Christine Marie Pryor, and others move forward, it will be important to watch how the state's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit and other agencies respond to prevent similar fraud in the future. The outcome of these cases will also have implications for Minnesota's efforts to combat health care fraud and protect the integrity of its health care system.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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