Texas Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to investigate possible Medicaid fraud in the state. The directive aims to protect taxpayer funds, maintain access for eligible residents, and ensure efficient healthcare delivery.
“Texas provides critical healthcare services to children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people with disabilities through the state’s Medicaid program,” Abbott wrote in a letter. “Access to medical services is a key component in supporting these individuals and Medicaid fraud robs taxpayers and impairs their ability to receive necessary healthcare. During my tenure as Governor, Texas has policed the Medicaid program and proactively combatted fraud, but we will strengthen our efforts to further protect taxpayers, preserve access for eligible Texans, and maintain the integrity of Texas’ Medicaid Program.”
Following Abbott’s direction, HHSC will increase anti-fraud measures and begin investigations into potential misuse of taxpayer dollars within Medicaid. These steps are part of broader efforts by Abbott’s administration to address fraud in publicly funded programs.
Abbott also announced actions including ordering investigations into possible child care funding fraud and volunteering Texas for a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development pilot program focused on reducing fraud in federal affordable housing initiatives.
The Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott is responsible for leading executive operations across the state government, focusing on economic development, education enhancement, border security efforts, job growth initiatives, and innovation support. More information about these responsibilities can be found at https://gov.texas.gov/.
Governor Abbott has led this office since his election in 2014. The office maintains its main headquarters in Austin at the State Insurance Building according to its official website: https://gov.texas.gov/. In 2024, TIME included Greg Abbott among its list of the 100 Most Influential People (https://gov.texas.gov/).
Reports of suspected fraud or abuse in Texas’ Medicaid program can be submitted through official channels.
