Rep. Angie Craig Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Prevent Wasteful Medicaid Payments
April 24, 2024
April 24, 2024
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Angie Craig, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release:
Representatives Angie Craig and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) introduced bipartisan legislation to prevent Medicaid payments from being issued on behalf of deceased enrollees and reduce wasteful government spending.
A recent report spanning 14 states revealed more than $249 million - and $3.7 million in Minnesota - made in payments on behalf of deceased enrollees between 2009 and 2019.
Representatives Angie Craig and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) introduced bipartisan legislation to prevent Medicaid payments from being issued on behalf of deceased enrollees and reduce wasteful government spending.
A recent report spanning 14 states revealed more than $249 million - and $3.7 million in Minnesota - made in payments on behalf of deceased enrollees between 2009 and 2019.