Summary
The Minnesota Department of Human Services removed around 800 Medicaid providers from the state's program to address potential fraud. This action is part of a broader effort under Governor Tim Walz to improve program integrity and is in line with national efforts led by President Donald Trump to eliminate waste in Medicaid.
Key Facts
- Minnesota disenrolled about 800 Medicaid providers to combat potential fraud.
- This was the first round of actions, with more likely to follow.
- The affected providers had not billed for services since April 1, 2024.
- Governor Tim Walz issued an executive order to remove providers inactive for 12 months.
- Housing stabilization service providers were not included due to upcoming program termination.
- The action aims to focus Medicaid resources on active service providers.
- This follows federal efforts under President Trump to cut waste in Medicaid.
