LANSING, Mich. (AP) — An audit has found that a Michigan agency made at least $3.3 million in improper payments for wheelchairs, ventilators and other medical equipment as part of the Medicaid program.
The report released Thursday flagged the Department of Community Health for paying claims without prior authorization, making duplicate payments and buying incontinence supplies from the wrong contractors.
State officials say they agree with the state auditor's recommendations for improvement, including setting lower rates to buy used equipment.
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