Richmond Business Owner Indicted in Medicaid Fraud Case
A federal grand jury charged Mikia Antoneice Noble for her role in a $49 million Medicaid billing scheme.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Financial Crime
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Mikia Antoneice Noble, co-owner of Advancing Communities Everywhere LLC, was indicted for allegedly filing $49 million in false Medicaid claims. Authorities arrested the North Chesterfield resident following a federal investigation into the company's billing practices.
Why it matters
The indictment targets significant alleged exploitation of public health funding and the integrity of services provided to Medicaid beneficiaries. Prosecutors assert that the scheme involved widespread falsification of medical records and illegal inducements.
A federal grand jury indicted Noble on one count of conspiracy to commit health care fraud and three counts of health care fraud. If convicted, she faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison for each individual count.
The players
Mikia Antoneice Noble
She served as the co-owner and Chief Operating Officer of the Richmond-based provider Advancing Communities Everywhere LLC.
The details
Noble allegedly paid over $2 million in hotel room rentals to entice beneficiaries into accepting unneeded services while falsifying signatures to suggest participation by licensed professionals. She is also accused of misleading Medicaid Managed Care Organizations during internal audits.
Timeline
Fraudulent claim submissions occurred from January 2022 through April 2026.
A federal grand jury returned the indictment on October 20, 2026.
Authorities arrested Mikia Antoneice Noble on October 28, 2026.
Legal Context
This case follows a pattern set by the Department of Justice Health Care Fraud Strike Force in its pursuit of large-scale billing fraud. Federal prosecutors continue to leverage specialized strike forces to combat systemic exploitation of public healthcare programs across the country.
The investigation highlights ongoing efforts by federal agencies to monitor provider billing in the Richmond area. Residents and beneficiaries can report suspicious health care billing through official government channels to assist in fraud prevention.
The takeaway
Healthcare providers are subject to rigorous oversight by federal agencies to ensure claims align with services delivered. Patients should remain vigilant by reviewing their own benefit statements for accuracy to identify potentially unauthorized services.
Further reading
For more information on legal proceedings, visit the Financial Crime section.
More information
For official details, view the health care fraud unit information.
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