The Office of Inspector General (OIG) announced the conviction of James Fagan, a 54-year-old resident of Obion, Tennessee, on charges of TennCare fraud. Fagan was found guilty of illegally selling prescription medications during an undercover operation conducted by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI).
The investigation revealed that Fagan’s TennCare benefits covered the costs of his doctor’s visit and the resulting prescription medication, amounting to $215.08. As part of his sentence, he must serve three years of probation under the supervision of the Tennessee Department of Correction and repay the $215.08 to TennCare.
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The prosecution of this case was handled by Obion County District Attorney General Colin Johnson, with support from Assistant District Attorney Jerald Campbell. Inspector General Chad D. Holman commented on the case, noting a general decline in illegal drug sales involving prescription medications, but emphasized the OIG’s ongoing collaboration with local, state, and federal partners to address such activities.
The OIG encourages Tennesseans to report suspected TennCare fraud through its Cash for Tips Program, which offers cash rewards for tips leading to convictions. Reports can be made by calling 1-800-433-3982, emailing Tenncare.Fraud@tn.gov, or visiting the Office of Inspector General website.
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