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Medicaid Fraud Attorney Jobs (NOW HIRING)

State of Georgia

$50/hr

STARTING IN THE $50'S (COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE) The Office of the Attorney General Department of Law Medicaid Fraud Division - Civil Investigations The mission of the Department of Law is to ...

Georgia

Investigator - Medicaid Fraud

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$50/hr

STARTING IN THE $50'S (COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE) The Office of the Attorney General Department of Law Medicaid Fraud Division - Civil Investigations The mission of the Department of Law is to ...

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How much do medicaid fraud attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for medicaid fraud attorney in the United States is $134,705.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $106,000.00 and $159,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Medicaid Fraud Attorney vs Medicaid Compliance Specialist?

AspectMedicaid Fraud AttorneyMedicaid Compliance Specialist
CredentialsJuris Doctor (JD), State Bar LicenseBachelor's degree, often in healthcare administration or related field
Work EnvironmentLegal firms, government agencies, healthcare organizationsHealthcare providers, compliance departments, consulting firms
Industry UsageLegal representation, defense, and prosecution of fraud casesEnsuring adherence to Medicaid regulations and policies
Search IntentLegal advice, fraud defense, legal proceedingsPolicy implementation, compliance monitoring

While both roles focus on Medicaid, a Medicaid Fraud Attorney primarily handles legal cases related to Medicaid fraud, providing legal counsel and representation. In contrast, a Medicaid Compliance Specialist works to ensure healthcare providers follow Medicaid rules and regulations to prevent fraud. Both roles require knowledge of Medicaid policies but differ in their focus—legal versus compliance enforcement.

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Assistant Attorney General - Medicaid Fraud - Belleville

Springfield, IL • On-site

Illinois Attorney General
Public Administration • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Illinois Attorney Generalexternal

$84K - $107K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Salary: $84,480.00 - $107,550.00 Annually
Location : Metro-East, Belleville, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-AAG-CRI-MED-BEL
Administration: Chief Deputy - Attorney General
Bureau: Medicaid Fraud
Opening Date: 04/20/2026
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
The Attorney General's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit ("MFCU") is a specialized unit in which the attorneys work as a team with MFCU investigators and analysts to investigate and prosecute Medicaid provider fraud throughout Illinois. Assistant Attorneys General ("AAGs") are required to prosecute criminal cases and litigate civil cases in Illinois State and Federal courts. Medicaid cases relate to fraud on the Medicaid system, the abuse and neglect of long-term care facility residents and the litigation of civil qui tam cases in state and federal court. An AAG in this position is given the rare opportunity to practice both criminally and civilly. Additionally, this position is expected to handle civil fraud cases that might span the entire country; the AAGs frequently work on national teams with other states to handle multi-state litigation.
Interested candidates must be able to prepare cases in state and federal courts and conduct trials; interview witnesses, prepare pleadings and conduct research for trials; respond to pre-trial motions; attend various courts for arraignments, hearings, pre-trial and post-trial motions; negotiate settlements and dispositions; and prepare periodic activity reports. Applicants must be licensed in Illinois at the time of application. The position requires skill for presenting and arguing cases in court and/or administrative hearings. Candidates must maintain working relationships with court officials and client agencies.
Qualifications
Knowledge of the principles of civil and criminal law and of the methods and practices of pleading and discovery; knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence is required with special emphasis on federal civil practice. Applicants must be licensed in Illinois at the time of application. Two or more years of civil and/or criminal practice experience is preferred. Ability to travel is a necessity. Duties are limited to "Medicaid" nexus cases.
Supplemental Information
Salary: Salaries are commensurate with number of years of practice as a licensed attorney and range from $ 84,480 to $ 107,550.
To ensure full consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and a writing sample. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact us:
Attn: Thor Y. Inouye
Office of the Illinois Attorney General
115 S. LaSalle St.
Chicago, IL 60603
(312) 814-3695
(312) 814-5024 (Fax)
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
As an employee of the Illinois Attorney General's Office, you'll have access to many great benefits. Join the legal team responsible for protecting the public interest of the state and the people of Illinois!
  • Health and Dental insurance along with free Vision insurance*
  • Pension Benefits through the State Employees'; Retirement System
  • Deferred Compensation: supplemental retirement savings program-457k
  • Commuter Savings Program: pre-tax transportation program
  • Flexible Spending: Medical and Dependent pre-tax savings program
  • Life insurance benefit: free with option to purchase additional (up to 8 x your annual salary) at low cost. Spouse and child life insurance available
  • Disability coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program through ComPsych
  • Holidays: 13 1/2 paid
  • Vacation days: minimum of 12 days, maximum of 27 days, prorated
  • Personal days: 4 annually
  • Floating Holiday: 1 annually
  • Sick days: 1 per month
  • For attorneys, office provided Continuing Legal Education
  • Semi-monthly payroll

*Health and Dental cost ranges: for single: $131.00 - $314.00 monthly; for family: $299.00 - $653.00 monthly
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