In a significant development, Janay Corbitt, a 36-year-old resident of Dayton, Ohio, was apprehended in Dallas, Texas, after being on the run for several months. Corbitt is accused of orchestrating a $1.5 million Medicaid fraud scheme, a case that has drawn considerable attention due to its scale and complexity. Corbitt allegedly stole the identities of multiple individuals to establish and operate two sham behavioral health counseling agencies in the Dayton area. Using the credentials of licensed counselors, she billed Medicaid for services that were never provided. This illegal activity resulted in the theft of over $1.5 million from the Ohio Medicaid program. The arrest was a coordinated effort involving Ohio’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, Texas’ Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, the Dallas authorities Department, and the U.S. Marshals Service. Corbitt was taken into custody at a bus station in Dallas. She is currently held without bond in the Dallas County

Jail, awaiting extradition to Ohio to face charges. In May, a Franklin County grand jury indicted Corbitt on eight felony charges, including engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity, aggravated activity , and identity theft. This is not Corbitt’s first encounter with the law; she was previously convicted of theft in 2019 for a separate Medicaid scheme and was ordered to pay restitution. This case underscores the ongoing challenges in combating Medicaid fraud and the importance of vigilant oversight. The collaborative efforts of various law enforcement agencies highlight the commitment to holding individuals accountable for defrauding public assistance programs. Janay Corbitt’s arrest marks a critical step in addressing the misuse of Medicaid funds. As the legal process unfolds, it will be crucial to monitor the outcomes and ensure that justice is served, not only to deter future fraud but also to protect the integrity of public wellness programs.