In huge news for those watching DOGE tear through federal waste, a Massachusetts businessman has been charged with a historic $30 million Medicare fraud case. Fox News mentioned this case when explaining why DOGE is such a vital part of Trump’s plan to clean up our government.
For context, Raju Sharma, a 61-year-old from Sharon and owner of Pharmagears, LLC, and RR Medco, LLC, faces charges for a $30 million healthcare fraud that billed Medicare for unnecessary medical equipment like back and knee braces. He was charged with conspiracy to commit healthcare fraud and allegedly used the proceeds to buy luxury goods, including Ferraris and Rolex watches, which the government seized.
The fraud is proven by a recent clip from Fox News, which was reposted to X in February 2025. Bill Hemmer said, “AND BY THE WAY, these Medicaid and Medicare fraud cases that Republicans are talking about, they’re not just hypocrites. Just last week in Massachusetts, a businessman was charged in a $30 million Medicare fraud scheme using that money to buy luxury cars and watches. Republicans say there’s a lot more of this fraud going on in addition to these cases that are already getting prosecuted.”
The case he refers to was revealed in an extensive document from the Department of Justice (DOJ). United States Attorney Leah B. Foley said, “As alleged, Mr. Sharma exploited vulnerable Medicare beneficiaries and defrauded the system of millions of dollars meant for legitimate medical care. His actions caused millions of dollars of waste on DME products beneficiaries did not need and did not want.”
She continued to explain Sharma’s horrible actions. She said, “He did this to enrich himself – and allow him to purchase luxury cars and high-end watches – all at the expense of the American people. This office will continue to hold accountable those who undermine the integrity of our healthcare system for personal gain. Fraudsters who think they can manipulate the system without consequence should take heed: we will investigate you, we will prosecute you, and we will hold you accountable to ensure that justice is served.”
Special Agent in Charge Roberto Coviello offered his own view on the scandal. He said, “Today’s arrest underscores HHS-OIG’s commitment to protecting patients and taxpayers from fraudulent schemes that exploit our health care system and are motivated by pure greed.”
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Another FBI agent said that Sharma thought he had found a surefire way to steal money. He said, “Raju Sharma apparently thought he had hit upon a surefire moneymaker when he allegedly conspired with others to fraudulently bill Medicare for almost $30 million worth of durable medical equipment that was unwanted, unnecessary and useless to patients so he could purchase luxury vehicles and expensive watches for himself.”
She concluded by explaining how crime like this doesn’t pay. She said, “Health care fraud isn’t some quick and easy way to bulk up your bank account. It’s a costly, consequential federal crime that strains the system and cheats the taxpayers who fund it. Anyone involved in, or entertaining, similar activity should know that the FBI will pursue anyone trying to steal from this country’s vital health care system.”
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