South Carolina H5285 amends Medicaid fraud laws to create tiered criminal penalties for false claims and misrepresentations.

South Carolina H5285 amends the state Medicaid program laws to establish tiered criminal penalties for making or causing false claims, statements, or representations in applications or reports. The bill defines "provider" and "false claim, statement, or representation" and sets penalties based on the amount of economic advantage or benefit sought or received. It also authorizes the Attorney General to issue administrative subpoenas, institute proceedings, and recover damages. The bill takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

South Carolina H5285 amends Medicaid fraud laws to create tiered criminal penalties for false claims and misrepresentations.

South Carolina H5285 amends the state Medicaid program laws to establish tiered criminal penalties for making or causing false claims, statements, or representations in applications or reports. The bill defines "provider" and "false claim, statement, or representation" and sets penalties based on the amount of economic advantage or benefit sought or received. It also authorizes the Attorney General to issue administrative subpoenas, institute proceedings, and recover damages. The bill takes effect upon approval by the Governor.