New Jersey apparently passed a regulation last year to establish a new post of Medicaid Inspector General, and their Governor appointed an experienced Medicaid fraud prosecutor. Now, I don't like attorneys being appointed to audit jobs that should be run by experienced auditors, but just having a group focused on Medicaid fraud is a big jump in governance. Medicaid fraud is a huge growth industry, and it needs more attention. (Remember, Medicaid is the State run healthcare program for indigent and seniors, and it is partly funded with YOUR social security funds). Congrats to NJ and read more below.
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Link: GOVERNOR CORZINE NOMINATES VETERAN PROSECUTOR AS MEDICAID FRAUD INSPECTOR | Politicker NJ.
GOVERNOR CORZINE NOMINATES VETERAN PROSECUTOR AS MEDICAID FRAUD INSPECTOR By Governors Press... - May 19, 2008 - 5:25pm Tags: Governor Jon S. Corzine, Release Date: May 19 2008
GOVERNOR CORZINE NOMINATES VETERAN PROSECUTOR AS MEDICAID FRAUD INSPECTOR
TRENTON – Governor Jon S. Corzine today tapped a veteran federal fraud prosecutor to serve as New Jersey’s first Medicaid Inspector General.
Governor Corzine nominated Mark Anderson to fill the newly-created position. Anderson currently serves as an assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, an office that is nationally recognized for its effectiveness in prosecuting Medicaid fraud cases.
In his current position, Anderson handles cases involving health care and Medicaid fraud, telemarketing fraud, procurement fraud, and drug diversion cases. Anderson, who currently resides in Pennsylvania, is in the process of relocating to the Hamilton, N.J., area.
“We are quite fortunate to attract an individual with Mark’s qualifications to serve as the state’s first Medicaid Inspector General,” Governor Corzine said. “His experience, both in the courtroom and as an auditor and investigator, will reap tremendous benefits in our ongoing efforts to eliminate fraud.”
Anderson received his undergraduate degree from Pennsylvania State University, and his law degree from Temple University School of Law. Prior to his current position in the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Anderson was in private practice with area law firms, and also worked for major corporations as a financial analyst and auditor.
The position of Medicaid Inspector General was created by statute last year. The position, which will oversee the Office of the Medicaid Inspector General, is charged with ensuring the integrity of the Medicaid program through the detection, prevention and investigation of fraud and abuse, as well as the recovery of funds obtained through fraudulent means.
The Medicaid Inspector General is appointed by the Governor, subject to the advice and consent of the New Jersey Senate.
