§ 30-a. Definitions. For the purposes of this title, the following definitions shall apply:

Terms Used In N.Y. Public Health Law 30-A

  • Fraud: Intentional deception resulting in injury to another.

1. "Inspector" means the Medicaid inspector general created by this title.

2. "Investigation" means investigations of fraud, abuse, or illegal acts perpetrated within the medical assistance program, by providers or recipients of medical assistance care, services and supplies.

3. "Office" means the office of the Medicaid inspector general created by this title.