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Indiana's Medicaid Reforms Shine Amid Minnesota's Fraud Crisis

12/29/2025

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Indiana Governor Mike Braun highlighted Medicaid reforms and contrasted them with Minnesota's fraud crisis.
Braun said Indiana saved hundreds of millions by identifying individuals improperly using Medicaid.
Braun cited a Wall Street Journal report estimating fraud losses could exceed $9 billion since 2018.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz acknowledged the issue and paused 14 programs under scrutiny to restore public trust.

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Indiana Governor Mike Braun highlighted Medicaid reforms and contrasted them with Minnesota's fraud crisis.
Braun said Indiana saved hundreds of millions by identifying individuals improperly using Medicaid.
Braun cited a Wall Street Journal report estimating fraud losses could exceed $9 billion since 2018.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz acknowledged the issue and paused 14 programs under scrutiny to restore public trust.