A Mississippian will pay a couple of fines and serve time on probation after fessing up to engaging in Medicaid fraud.

Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced on Wednesday, Pearly Youngblood, an employee of Blessing Hearts Healthcare, knowingly submitted false claims for Medicaid services that she did not provide. Blessing Hearts is a Tylertown-based healthcare provider.

On July 28, Walthall County Circuit Court Judge David Strong ordered Youngblood to pay full restitution in the amount of $16,598.40 to the Mississippi Division of Medicaid, along with $4,000 in fines and fees.

“Medicaid is an important part of our social safety net, providing access to medical services for those who would otherwise not be able to afford it,” Attorney General Lynn Fitch said.

“My office is dedicated to ho

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