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Frank Pallone: While I believe states are--and should be treated as--full partners in the program, the reality is that Congress has a…

On the recordSeptember 10, 2015
While I believe states are--and should be treated as--full partners in the program, the reality is that Congress has a duty to expect the best from states and take common-sense steps to help prevent fraud, waste, and abuse at systemic level.
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Frank Pallone
Democratic · New Jersey

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Pallone emphasizes Congress's responsibility to ensure state accountability in Medicaid.

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