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Fraud in Minnesota: Personal care assistant accused of billing Mediciad $116K for services not provided
By Kilat Fitzgerald at FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· June 20, 2026
· 1 min read
State investigators are accusing a man who worked as a personal care assistant of defrauding Medicaid out of $182,000 by billing for services that were never provided.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The alleged Medicaid fraud by a personal care assistant in Minnesota has significant implications for the state's healthcare system and taxpayers. With the accused individual allegedly billing $182,000 for services not provided, this case raises concerns about the oversight and accountability of Medicaid programs in the state. As a city surrounded by the Twin Cities metro, Minneapolis residents may be affected by the potential misuse of Medicaid funds, which could divert resources away from those who genuinely need them. The Minneapolis Public Schools, which serve the city, may also feel the impact of reduced Medicaid funding, as the district relies on state funding to support its programs. The city's own police department and government may need to work closely with state investigators to prevent similar cases of fraud in the future, ensuring that Medicaid funds are used to support the healthcare needs of Minneapolis residents.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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