86 of 100sampled Massachusetts transport claim lines that failed federal or state requirements
A federal audit of Massachusetts's Medicaid ride program found 86 of 100 sampled claim lines did not meet certain federal and state requirements, an estimated $14,142,730 in improper payments.
The auditors counted improper payments, not fraud, and blamed inadequate state oversight and documentation.
Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General. Read more: medicaid transportation fraud