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TULSA, OKLA. — In a landmark enforcement action, U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson announced that criminal charges have been filed against a Tulsa-based physician as part of the Department of Justice’s 2025 National Health Care Fraud Takedown.
This coordinated federal effort aims to dismantle widespread fraudulent schemes affecting Medicare, Medicaid, and private health insurance programs.
According to the charges, Dr. Ladd Clayton Atkins, a 50-year-old Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Tulsa, is accused of participating in a conspiracy to unlawfully prescribe Adderall, a Schedule II controlled substance, and defrauding federal health programs.
Nationwide Crackdown Uncovers Massive $14.6 Billion Fraud
The 2025 takedown represents one of the largest healthcare fraud enforcement actions in U.S. history, targeting individuals and entities allegedly responsible for submitting over $14.6 billion in fraudulent claims.
A total of 324 defendants were charged across 50 federal districts and 12 state attorney general offices, including 96 licensed medical professionals—doctors, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners—suspected of orchestrating or participating in these schemes.
In connection with this unprecedented operation, authorities seized over $245 million in assets, including cash, luxury vehicles, and cryptocurrency tied to illicit activity.
Details of the Case: Dr. Ladd Atkins of Tulsa
In the Northern District of Oklahoma, Dr. Ladd Atkins was formally charged with:
- Conspiracy to Illegally Distribute a Controlled Substance
- Conspiracy to Commit Health Care Fraud
Court filings allege that Dr. Atkins worked alongside others to unlawfully issue prescriptions for Adderall without legitimate medical justification.
Furthermore, the scheme is said to have defrauded Medicare and Medicaid through the submission of fraudulent claims for services that were either unnecessary or never provided.
“This conduct jeopardized public safety and misused taxpayer-funded health care programs,” said U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson. “Thanks to the diligent efforts of our federal partners, we are taking meaningful steps to protect our communities.”
Wider Scope of Fraud: 170 More Defendants Implicated
Beyond the 324 charged individuals, an additional 170 suspects are believed to be connected to various healthcare fraud operations.
These schemes involved over $1.84 billion in false billing to Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurers.
The fraudulent claims included unnecessary medical testing, bogus treatments, and services tied to kickbacks or bribes, or that were never actually delivered.
Government Collaboration Behind the Operation
This sweeping operation was made possible through the joint efforts of numerous agencies, including:
- Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
- Homeland Security Investigations (HSI)
- Office of Inspector General
The case against Dr. Atkins is being handled by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Joel-lyn McCormick, Attila Bogdan, and Vani Singhal in Oklahoma.
Coast-to-Coast Enforcement: Agencies and Jurisdictions Involved
This year’s takedown was executed by the Health Care Fraud Unit’s National Rapid Response and Regional Strike Forces, with support from U.S. Attorney’s Offices and State Attorneys General across the country.
Agencies from nearly every region—including California, Florida, New York, Texas, and Missouri—played a critical role. The Department of Justice’s Data Analytics Team also contributed essential intelligence that helped guide enforcement actions.
Attorney General Condemns Abuse of Health Programs
Attorney General Pamela Bondi emphasized the significance of the operation:
“This record-setting Health Care Fraud Takedown delivers justice to criminal actors who prey upon our most vulnerable citizens and steal from hardworking American taxpayers. Make no mistake—this administration will not tolerate criminals who line their pockets with taxpayer dollars while endangering the health and safety of our communities.”
The charges against Dr. Ladd Atkins represent a broader federal effort to hold medical professionals accountable and safeguard public healthcare systems.
With over $14 billion in alleged fraud, the 2025 National Health Care Fraud Takedown sends a strong message: abusing taxpayer-funded programs will not go unpunished.
As investigations continue, federal agencies remain committed to rooting out corruption and ensuring public safety.