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Fresno Podiatrist Sentenced for Fraud and Unlicensed Procedures Affecting Medicare Patients

Fresno Podiatrist Sentenced for Fraud and Unlicensed Procedures Affecting Medicare Patients

Felipe Ruiz, a podiatrist from Fresno, and Jose Gabriel Aguirre, a pharmaceutical sales representative, have been sentenced to 63 months in prison for conspiracy to commit health care fraud. Ruiz, the owner of West Coast Podiatry Inc., allowed Aguirre, who was not licensed to practice medicine, to perform medical procedures such as skin grafts on patients. These procedures were billed to Medicare, Medicaid, and Medi-Cal under false pretenses, claiming they were performed by licensed physicians. The fraudulent activities took place between June 2021 and January 2024, resulting in approximately $3.2 million in false claims. The court also ordered the forfeiture of nine properties and imposed personal forfeiture money judgments against both Ruiz and Aguirre.

Proposed Gravel Mine Threatens San Joaquin River, Listed as Endangered

Proposed Gravel Mine Threatens San Joaquin River, Listed as Endangered

The San Joaquin River has been designated as one of America's Most Endangered Rivers® of 2026 by American Rivers due to a proposed 600-foot-deep blast mine. This development poses significant threats to the river's flow, water quality, and the ecosystems and communities that depend on it. The San Joaquin River is crucial for 30 million Californians, supports a substantial portion of California's agricultural economy, and serves as a habitat for Chinook salmon and Steelhead trout. The mining company CEMEX seeks a 100-year permit for the mine, which could divert water from the river, potentially leading to hazardous pollution and affecting groundwater recharge. The project also threatens recreational access, impacting marginalized communities in Fresno. The final public comment period for the mine's approval will open in Spring 2026, following the release of the final Environmental Impact Report.

Ex-Michigan coach Sherrone Moore sentencing details revealed

Ex-Michigan coach Sherrone Moore sentencing details revealed

BREAKING: Ex-Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was just sentenced for breaking into the home of Paige Shiver. Here are the details from the court:

DOJ Declination Provides Framework for Medtech M Anti-Corruption Compliance

DOJ Declination Provides Framework for Medtech M Anti-Corruption Compliance

DOJ Declination Provides Framework for Medtech M Anti-Corruption Compliance

Justice Department fires 4 prosecutors accused of bias against anti-abortion activists

Justice Department fires 4 prosecutors accused of bias against anti-abortion activists

The Trump administration has fired four Justice Department prosecutors involved in cases against anti-abortion activists

Former Michigan Coach Sherrone Moore Avoids Jail Time in Plea Deal

Former Michigan Coach Sherrone Moore Avoids Jail Time in Plea Deal

Former Michigan Coach Sherrone Moore Avoids Jail Time in Plea Deal

Minnesota Fraud Suspect Abdirashid Said Skips Court, $11M Medicaid Case in Jeopardy

Minnesota Fraud Suspect Abdirashid Said Skips Court, $11M Medicaid Case in Jeopardy

Abdirashid Ismail Said, accused of orchestrating an $11 million Medicaid fraud scheme in Minnesota, failed to appear for a scheduled court hearing, leading to a warrant for his arrest. Said, who had previously been convicted of Medicaid fraud, allegedly operated multiple Medicaid-funded home health care agencies despite being barred from such activities. The scheme reportedly involved fraudulent billing practices, including services that were never provided or improperly documented. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison stated that his office is collaborating with federal authorities to locate Said. The case has intensified scrutiny on the oversight of taxpayer-funded programs in Minnesota, with state leaders facing criticism over their handling of fraud cases.

Minnesota Fraud Suspect Abdirashid Said Skips Court, Warrant Issued Amid $11M Medicaid Case

Minnesota Fraud Suspect Abdirashid Said Skips Court, Warrant Issued Amid $11M Medicaid Case

Abdirashid Ismail Said, a 50-year-old man accused of orchestrating an $11 million Medicaid fraud scheme in Minnesota, failed to appear for a scheduled pretrial hearing in Hennepin County, leading to a warrant for his arrest. According to the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office, Said forfeited his bond by not attending the court session. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison stated that his office is collaborating with federal authorities to locate Said and ensure he faces justice for the alleged fraud. Said had previously posted a $150,000 unconditional bond to avoid stricter conditions, such as surrendering his passport. Prosecutors have charged Said with racketeering and multiple counts of aiding and abetting theft by swindle, alleging that he secretly operated multiple Medicaid-funded home health care agencies from 2019 to 2023, despite being barred from such activities due to a prior fraud conviction.

Minnesota Fraud Suspect Abdirashid Said Skips Court, Jeopardizing $11M Medicaid Case

Minnesota Fraud Suspect Abdirashid Said Skips Court, Jeopardizing $11M Medicaid Case

Abdirashid Ismail Said, a 50-year-old man accused of orchestrating an $11 million Medicaid fraud scheme in Minnesota, failed to appear for a pretrial hearing in Hennepin County, leading to a warrant for his arrest. Said, who had previously posted a $150,000 unconditional bond, is charged with racketeering and multiple counts of aiding and abetting theft by swindle. The criminal complaint alleges that from 2019 to 2023, Said secretly operated multiple Medicaid-funded home health care agencies despite being barred from such activities due to a prior fraud conviction. Investigators claim Said and his co-conspirators billed Medicaid for services that were never provided or improperly documented, resulting in millions of dollars in fraudulent billing. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has stated that his office is collaborating with federal authorities to locate Said.

Iowa Farmer Sentenced for $1.7M COVID-19 Subsidy Fraud

Iowa Farmer Sentenced for $1.7M COVID-19 Subsidy Fraud

Tanner Seuntjens, a farmer from Danbury, Iowa, has been sentenced to 13 years in federal prison for defrauding the U.S. government of over $1.7 million in agricultural subsidies during the COVID-19 pandemic. Seuntjens pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including theft of government funds, aggravated identity theft, and crop insurance fraud. He admitted to falsifying information to obtain funds from the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program and committing bank fraud. Additionally, he was involved in crop insurance fraud and stalking a victim related to the case.

Harvey Weinstein is going on trial again in a New York rape case

Harvey Weinstein is going on trial again in a New York rape case

Harvey Weinstein is going on trial again on a rape charge in New York City, after years of #MeToo infamy, legal peril and prison

Attorney for suspect in attack at Sam Altman’s home says he was in midst of 'mental health crisis'

Attorney for suspect in attack at Sam Altman’s home says he was in midst of 'mental health crisis'

The public defender for a man accused of throwing an incendiary device at Sam Altman’s home says her client has autism and was experiencing an “acute mental health crisis.”