On May 12, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice’s Criminal Division released a policy memorandum outlining its enforcement priorities for the upcoming year. The top priority for the division will be investigating and prosecuting white collar crimes related to waste, fraud and abuse — particularly healthcare fraud. This emphasis on prosecuting healthcare fraud reflects the administration’s broader goals of eliminating waste in federal programs, such as Medicare, Medicaid and TRICARE, and ensuring that taxpayer dollars are used efficiently and effectively.
Read on to learn more about the DOJ’s enforcement priorities and what proactive measures healthcare companies and providers should consider.