Trump Admin Targets Florida in Medicaid Fraud Fight

0:00The latest international headlines, politics, and world affairs, right here on Global News Today. The Trump administration is ramping up its fight against Medicaid fraud by reaching out to its fifth state this year. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services head. Dr. Mehmet Oz sent a letter to Florida officials asking them to share details on how they spot, prevent, and handle fraud in their program. This follows similar requests to New York, Minnesota, Maine, and California. It's the first time Oz has targeted a Republican-led state like Florida under Governor Ron DeSantis, showing the push applies across party lines. Oz highlighted Florida as a long-time hot spot for health care fraud in a social media post. Florida Attorney General James Uffmeyer replied positively, noting the system is flooded with issues in sharing a recent fraud arrest as an example. He said they look forward to teaming up. Officials have 30 days to answer a list of detailed questions. Spokespeople for DeSantis and state health agencies have not commented yet. Meanwhile,

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