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Federal Audit Reveals $196M Fraud in NY Medical Transport

2/10/2026

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A federal audit found up to $196 million in improper payments in New York's Non-Emergency Medical Transportation program.
Medical Answering Services oversees the program and faces criticism for management and political donations, and Governor Hochul renewed MAS's contract.
Lawsuits target transportation companies for fraud, including billing for deceased individuals and employing unlicensed drivers.
Medicaid spending in New York rose from $50 billion to $115 billion since 2011, prompting accountability concerns.

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A federal audit found up to $196 million in improper payments in New York's Non-Emergency Medical Transportation program.
Medical Answering Services oversees the program and faces criticism for management and political donations, and Governor Hochul renewed MAS's contract.
Lawsuits target transportation companies for fraud, including billing for deceased individuals and employing unlicensed drivers.
Medicaid spending in New York rose from $50 billion to $115 billion since 2011, prompting accountability concerns.