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DiNapoli: Audit Finds $6.8 Million in Medicaid Overpayments
… state’s Medicaid system made approximately $6.8 million in inappropriate payments, including $3.5 million for … abuse,” DiNapoli said. “My auditors found several cases in which the Department of Health’s eMedNY system failed to … payments on a routine basis to make sure claims are being paid appropriately and to determine if improvements are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/11/dinapoli-audit-finds-68-million-medicaid-overpaymentsDiNapoli: Former Halfmoon Supervisor Enters Guilty Plea to Two Felony Counts
… before Chief U.S. District Court Judge Gary L. Sharpe in federal court in Albany, announced by State Comptroller … government, and the FBI is committed to working with our law enforcement partners to investigate corruption at all … for December 10, 2015, in Albany, New York. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorneys Ransom …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/08/dinapoli-former-halfmoon-supervisor-enters-guilty-plea-two-felony-countsMental Health Education, Supports, and Services in Schools (Follow-Up)
… of implementation of the five recommendations included in our initial audit report, Mental Health Education, … DOE recognizes the importance of mental health well-being in the school setting, stating on its webpage that … non-profit organization, led a call to action for a State law that would require mental health instruction in the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/05/08/mental-health-education-supports-and-services-schools-followInvestigation of Housing Discrimination Complaints
… and addressed housing discrimination complaints timely and in accordance with its policies and procedures and the … Rights (DHR) enforces the New York State Human Rights Law (Law) to help ensure that every individual has an equal … complaints as well as some complaints inappropriately being deemed defective. At the time of our request, DHR …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/10/15/investigation-housing-discrimination-complaintsFour Individuals Charged in Widespread Scheme to Defraud Medicare and Other Health Insurance Providers Through Fraudulent Medical Corporations and False Billing Resulting in Tens of Millions of Dollars in Losses
… New York, William F. Sweeney, Jr., the Assistant Director-in-Charge of the New York Office of the Federal Bureau of … procedures and up-coded. The FBI New York agents and our law enforcement partners uncovered tens of millions of … and USAA Insurance for their assistance. The case is being handled by the Office’s White Plains Division. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/08/four-individuals-charged-widespread-scheme-defraud-medicare-and-other-health-insurance-providersLow-Income Housing Trust Fund Program
… Low-Income Housing Trust Fund Program (Program) funds are being awarded and disbursed in an efficient manner to help meet the State's critical … between $25 million and $39 million to be used in conjunction with other State, Federal, or private …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/08/28/low-income-housing-trust-fund-programDiNapoli Report Examines Broadband Availability, Access and Affordability in NYC
… and found that despite high availability, one in four households had no cable, fiberoptic (FTTP) or digital … DiNapoli said. “While broadband connections exist in neighborhoods across the city, too many households still … a digital divide that must be bridged. With affordability being one of the biggest challenges facing families, state …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-report-examines-broadband-availability-access-and-affordability-nycDiNapoli: Dormitory Authority Overstated MWBE Contract Participation
… “Ensuring MWBE opportunities with the state isn’t about being politically correct, it’s smart business. It’s about … improve the accuracy of reporting program results.” State law requires state agencies and public authorities to promote … of minority- and women-owned business enterprises in their contracts. The agencies and authorities are supposed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/07/dinapoli-dormitory-authority-overstated-mwbe-contract-participationXVI.4.D Receivables Other Than Income Taxes and Federal Grants – XVI. Financial Reporting
… Policy References: Section 40-a of the State Finance Law generally sets forth the basis for recognizing an … and disclosing uncollected tax revenues is included in Section 4.B - Tax Revenues of this Chapter. Leases - … occur during the estimated life of the capital projects being used as collateral or maximum of 50 years? Guide to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xvi/xvi4d-receivables-other-income-taxes-and-federal-grantsDeRuyter Central School District – Lead Testing and Reporting(S9-25-4)
… and implement needed remediation to reduce lead exposure in potable water outlets? Audit Period July 1, 2019 – … all potable water outlets as required by NYS Public Health Law and Department of Health (DOH) regulations. 3 We … action level or effective controls to prevent them from being used. District officials did not report any results to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2025/06/06/deruyter-central-school-district-lead-testing-and-reportings9-25-4Tupper Lake Central School District – Lead Testing and Reporting (S9-25-14)
… and implement needed remediation to reduce lead exposure in potable water outlets? Audit Period July 1, 2019 – … all potable water outlets as required by NYS Public Health Law and Department of Health (DOH) regulations. 3 We … action level or effective controls to prevent them from being used. District officials did not ensure that the test …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2025/08/01/tupper-lake-central-school-district-lead-testing-and-reporting-s9-25-14DiNapoli: Former Town of Marion Court Clerk Charged With Pocketing Court Fines and Fees
… for the Town of Marion, for the alleged theft of $59,293 in court fines, fees and surcharges. “The defendant went to … investigation and our partnership with state and local law enforcement, she faces the consequences of her actions,” … Marion Court Fund, which found court fees were not always being deposited. A resulting investigation in collaboration …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/03/dinapoli-former-town-marion-court-clerk-charged-pocketing-court-fines-and-feesCompliance With Jonathan's Law (Follow-Up) (2020-F-26)
To follow up on the actions taken by officials of the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) to implement the recommendations contained in our audit report, Compliance With Jonathan’s Law (Report 2017-S-67).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2021-20f26.pdfOpinion 98-18
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. AMBULANCE SERVICE -- Fees (imposition of fees … an emergency rescue and first aid squad) GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW, §209-b(4); PUBLIC HEALTH LAW, §3008(7): Subdivision 7 of … in this State, the express purpose of that article being: to promote the public health, safety and welfare by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-98-18Driver Responsibility Assessment Program
… laws enacted to promote safety and protect consumers. In an effort to prevent the repeated behavior of problem … the State Legislature amended the Vehicle and Traffic Law (Law) establishing the Driver Responsibility Assessment … where the person may want no record of the adjustment being made - are not automatically captured, recorded, or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/10/09/driver-responsibility-assessment-programJohnstown City School District – Lead Testing and Reporting (S9-25-15)
… and implement needed remediation to reduce lead exposure in potable water outlets? Audit Period July 1, 2019 – … all potable water outlets as required by NYS Public Health Law and Department of Health (DOH) regulations. 3 We … controls were not implemented to prevent them from being used. Two of the water outlets were located in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2025/08/01/johnstown-city-school-district-lead-testing-and-reporting-s9-25-15Opinion 92-50
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. PUBLIC CONTRACTS -- Award (preference to … -- Competitive Bidding (pre-emption by General Municipal Law, §103) -- Pre-emption (preference to local bidder) … related to the performance of goods and services being sought, the political subdivision may be able to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-50DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 3.8% in August
… Local sales tax collections in New York state increased by 3.8% in August compared to the same month in 2023, according to … tax collections improved in August, year over year, after being flat in July,” DiNapoli said. “While this growth is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/09/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-3-point-8-percent-augustElmont Public Library – Board Oversight and Professional Services (2014M-060)
… Background The Elmont Public Library (Library) is located in the Town of Hempstead in Nassau County, and is governed by … contractor, who did not take an oath of office and is being paid through a claim voucher rather than through the … claims prior to payment, except as otherwise provided by law. Ensure that all Library funds are in the custody of the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/library/2014/07/11/elmont-public-library-board-oversight-and-professional-services-2014m-060DiNapoli Op Ed in Times Union
… the very New Yorkers they are meant to help could be put in harm’s way. That is why my office has called on New York’s … technologies are used safely, fairly and responsibly. In a recent audit that examined the state’s use of AI, my … York strengthened its AI governance framework with a new law requiring state agencies to disclose the AI tools they …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/dinapoli-op-ed-times-union