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Medicaid Program – Questionable Payments for Practitioner Services and Pharmacy Claims Pertaining to a Selected Physician
… complied with Medicaid policies and whether Dr. Ahmad’s medical records support the services he billed and the … authorities. Key Findings Frequently, Dr. Ahmad’s medical records did not meet the minimum standards to support … his Medicaid claims. Our review of a sample of Dr. Ahmad’s medical records found that they contained inadequate and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/09/18/medicaid-program-questionable-payments-practitioner-services-and-pharmacy-claims-pertainingDiNapoli: Former Town Clerk Pleads Guilty to Stealing Nearly $4,000 From Town of Lincoln
… she accepted payments for the town, including fees for marriage licenses, death certificates, and the dog pound, and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-former-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-stealing-nearly-4000-town-lincolnDiNapoli: New York City Continues to Rebound and Regain Share of State Economic Activity
… to a standstill. While the city’s economy has rebounded in many ways, some important indicators show there is more … activity.” The city is a major contributor to growth in the state’s economy, even as its population is smaller … and economic indicators released today shows that in many areas New York City has returned to, and in some …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/10/dinapoli-new-york-city-continues-rebound-and-regain-share-state-economic-activityDiNapoli: Audit Finds NYC Needs to Improve Income Verification and Enforcement at Mitchell-Lama Housing
… penalty, according to an audit released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The audit found the New … of the individual’s monthly rent or co-op fees. Under state law, if a household’s income exceeds the maximum limit … entered by an outside vendor and sent to the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance (Tax and Finance) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/03/dinapoli-audit-finds-nyc-needs-improve-income-verification-and-enforcement-mitchell-lama-housingDiNapoli: Audits Lead to Millions of Dollars in Medicaid Savings from Drug Rebate Collections
… and inadequate procedures my auditors found and recoup the money that rightfully belongs to taxpayers." In 1990, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/06/dinapoli-audits-lead-millions-dollars-medicaid-savings-drug-rebate-collectionsComptroller DiNapoli and Mayor Brown Return Over $100,000 in Unclaimed Funds to Buffalo Residents
… that $111,180 in unclaimed funds has been returned to Buffalo city residents since he partnered with Mayor Byron Brown on March 16 to urge people to claim their lost money. Over $88 million still remains … that $111180 in unclaimed funds has been returned to Buffalo city residents since he partnered with Mayor Byron …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/comptroller-dinapoli-and-mayor-brown-return-over-100000-unclaimed-funds-buffalo-residentsDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Grow by 1.5% in April Compared to Last Year
… in New York state increased by 1.5% in April compared to the same month in 2022, according to an analysis released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … totaled $1.74 billion, up $25.8 million compared to the same time last year. “Year-over-year sales tax growth …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/05/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-grow-1.5-percent-in-april-compared-last-yearState Comptroller DiNapoli, Senator Cooney and Assemblymember Solages Urge Governor to Sign Contract Legislation
… Hochul to sign legislation that passed both houses at the end of session enhancing transparency and accountability … emergency, such as those that were not made transparent to the public during the COVID pandemic, as well as those contracts that are … Hochul to sign legislation that passed both houses at the end of session enhancing transparency and accountability …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/06/state-comptroller-dinapoli-senator-cooney-and-assemblymember-solages-urge-governor-sign-contractTuxedo Farms Local Development Corporation – Collections and Disbursements and Adherence to Bylaws (2021M-187)
… Corporation (TFLDC) Board of Directors (Board) adhered to its bylaws. Audit Results Collections and disbursements … with the sewer agreements, and the Board adhered to its bylaws. There were no recommendations as a result of … Corporation TFLDC Board of Directors Board adhered to its bylaws …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/local-development-corporation/2021/12/22/tuxedo-farms-local-development-corporation-collections-andDiNapoli: As Drug Overdoses Climbed the State Failed to Inspect Residential Drug Treatment Programs
… programs have been poorly served by the failure of the state’s Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) to … COVID pandemic, according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “The COVID pandemic … programs even before that, but when the state hit pause on inspections at residential treatment facilities during the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/12/dinapoli-drug-overdoses-climbed-state-failed-inspect-residential-drug-treatment-programsCVS Health – Accuracy of Drug Rebate Revenue Remitted to the Department of Civil Service
… Objective To determine if CVS Health remitted commercial drug rebate revenue related to Empire Plan drug utilization in accordance with its contract with the … CVS Health to administer the Empire Plan’s prescription drug program for the period January 1, 2014 through December …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/08/21/cvs-health-accuracy-drug-rebate-revenue-remitted-department-civil-serviceDiNapoli: New York City's Government Workforce Expected to Increase for First Time Since Pandemic
New York Citys fulltime government workforce is expected to increase for the firsttime yearoveryear since the COVID19 pandemic according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-new-york-citys-government-workforce-expected-increase-first-time-pandemicNew York's 529 College Savings Program Delivers $287 Million to College Students Since January
… Program has helped New York students and families pay for more than $287 million in college-related expenses this … time to consider opening a 529 College Savings account for your child,” DiNapoli said. “For just as little as $25, you can begin laying the … Program has helped New York students and families pay for more than $287 million in collegerelated expenses this …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/new-yorks-529-college-savings-program-delivers-287-million-college-students-januaryDiNapoli: State Tax Receipts Tracking Close to Projections Through First Half of the Year
… which was $2 billion, or 1.8%, higher than last year for the same period, primarily due to higher education costs. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/10/dinapoli-state-tax-receipts-tracking-close-projections-through-first-half-yearDiNapoli: Albany Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing More Than $230,000 From Elderly State Pensioner
… York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James announced the guilty plea of Devin Zielinski, 33, for stealing over $230,000 from an … Albany woman, pleaded guilty to grand larceny in the third degree last year. “Preying on a vulnerable senior … York State Police Superintendent Steven G James announced the guilty plea of Devin Zielinski 33 for stealing over …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/dinapoli-albany-man-pleads-guilty-stealing-more-230000-elderly-state-pensionerDiNapoli: New Law Makes It Easier for the Comptroller To Return Your Lost Money
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following statement today following the Governor signing legislation enabling the Office of the State Comptroller to expedite certain … New York State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli issued the following statement today following the Governor signing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-new-law-makes-it-easier-comptroller-return-your-lost-moneyDiNapoli and DA Carney: Owner of Medical Transport Company Pleads Guilty to Medicaid Fraud
… and pay full restitution. He is due back in court on May 23 for sentencing. The case was prosecuted by ADA William …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/01/dinapoli-and-da-carney-owner-medical-transport-company-pleads-guilty-medicaid-fraudDiNapoli: Former Durhamville Fire Department Treasurer Sentenced to Prison for Theft of Over $92K
… the details of Simchik’s crimes. She was sentenced before Judge Michael R. Nolan in Oneida County Court. Since taking …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/11/dinapoli-former-durhamville-fire-department-treasurer-sentenced-prison-theft-over-92kDiNapoli: Proposed Congressional Cuts to SNAP Program Mean More New Yorkers Without Enough Food
… during that time. These benefits included universally free school meals and higher SNAP benefits. SNAP Reliance Grows … 5% toward SNAP program costs, with cost-sharing rates as high as 25%. The Senate bill would implement state rates up … by the uncertainty about the course of the economy and the threat of federal funding cuts. Report Federal Actions …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/07/dinapoli-proposed-congressional-cuts-snap-program-mean-more-new-yorkers-without-enough-foodDiNapoli: Audit Highlights Opportunities for Improvement of Apprenticeship Programs to Enhance Value and Reach
… program addresses many of the issues raised. The new online system will streamline applications, improve program …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/07/dinapoli-audit-highlights-opportunities-for-improvement-of-apprenticeship-programs-to-enhance-value-and-reach