Frank Pallone actually said...

"Every dollar lost to misuse or fraud of our Federal health programs is one less dollar available to fund essential lifesaving medical services for Americans."

"I am encouraged that CMS implementation of GAO's recommendations will further help state Medicaid programs in their efforts to address this persistent issue."

"The GAO next recommended that CMS apply more complete data for screening Medicaid providers."

"GAO reports that CMS has made several changes since 2011 to help limit improper payments."