Law Enforcement Raids NYC Adult Daycare Centers
Federal and state authorities are investigating suspected Medicaid fraud and billing discrepancies at several city facilities.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Financial Crime
Live Poll
Do you trust the federal government's oversight of Medicaid programs to accurately identify and prevent fraud?
Law enforcement agencies conducted coordinated raids on adult daycare centers across Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island to probe potential Medicaid fraud. The investigation centers on allegations of improper billing, money laundering, and kickback schemes at these locations.
Why it matters
Authorities suspect that organized criminal groups have exploited social adult daycare programs to facilitate illicit activities, including human trafficking. These investigations aim to curb significant financial losses attributed to systematic Medicaid abuse.
Federal and state agencies, including the FBI and NYPD, are currently investigating billing records to identify occupancy rate discrepancies. No arrests have been announced as the probe continues at multiple sites across the city.
The players
Dr. Mehmet Oz
He is a television personality and political figure who has actively campaigned against alleged Medicaid fraud within social daycare programs.
Kathy Hochul
She serves as the Governor of New York and has previously expressed skepticism regarding the necessity of federal Medicaid probes.
Federal Bureau of Investigation
This domestic intelligence and security service is participating in the multi-agency investigation into financial crimes.
New York Police Department
The department is providing local law enforcement support for the multi-agency raids on adult daycare centers.
The details
Agents entered facilities such as Kent Senior Care and Evergreen Adult Day Care, where they reviewed billing documents and delivered warning letters to directors. Dr. Mehmet Oz, who previously alleged that such programs help finance human trafficking, accompanied officials during visits to Queens facilities.
Timeline
September 29, 2026: Dr. Oz alleged that Medicaid funds are used to finance human trafficking.
September 30, 2026: A spokeswoman for Governor Hochul rejected federal claims of widespread fraud.
October 20, 2026: Law enforcement raided adult daycare facilities in Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island.
Legal Context
These raids reflect a broader push by federal and state agencies to tighten oversight on social adult daycare programs. Such enforcement actions follow a recent pattern of increased scrutiny regarding the Medicaid program's regulatory billing requirements.
The raids may lead to increased oversight and potential closures of adult daycare facilities that fail to meet strict billing standards. Families relying on these services are advised to monitor official communications regarding the operational status of their local centers.
The takeaway
This investigation highlights the growing intersection between social service oversight and federal criminal probes. Residents should verify the legitimacy and compliance status of care facilities to ensure the safety and continuity of services for their elderly relatives.
Further reading
Find more details on local investigations at New York City Financial Crime.
Live Poll
Do you trust the federal government's oversight of Medicaid programs to accurately identify and prevent fraud?
