Ohio economists split on Medicaid fraud-prevention proposals

By: Marty Schladen

Outlets: Ohio Capital Journal

Published: July 6, 2026

Words: 612

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 3 days ago

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After the Ohio General Assembly last month passed measures aimed at limiting fraud in the state’s Medicaid program, a panel of economists is split on their potential effectiveness.

Senate Bill 315 is awaiting Gov. Mike DeWine’s signature. Among other ways it seeks to reduce fraud it:

Requires the Ohio Department of Medicaid to suspend payments if the state attorney general or auditor submit a credible allegation of fraud
Enhances criminal penalties for fraud

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