Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced on Friday that Delaware’s Medicaid program will receive $7.6 million following a settlement with Christiana Care Health System (CCHS) for alleged false claims. The case, brought by a whistleblower, alleges that CCHS provided free or below-market support services to non-employee doctors, leading to Medicaid billing. State and federal authorities claim these inducements violated anti-kickback laws, resulting in false claims. The settlement resolves allegations that CCHS submitted false claims related to various departments between 2011 and 2017. The case was handled by the DOJ’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, funded partially by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Deputy Attorneys General Ed Black and Stephen McDonald led the case, with support from legal administrative specialists. Attorney General Jennings emphasized the importance of combating fraud and protecting healthcare programs. This settlement highlights the ongoing efforts to ensure the integrity of Delaware’s Medicaid system and hold entities accountable for fraudulent practices. The DOJ’s successful resolution of this case demonstrates its commitment to safeguarding public funds and maintaining ethical standards in the healthcare industry.
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