Medicaid Fraud & Patient Abuse The Medicaid Fraud Control and Patient Abuse Unit enforces the laws pertaining to fraud in the state Medicaid program and prosecutes cases of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of patients in all state healthcare facilities. The Unit prosecutes criminal activity, pursues civil remedies where appropriate and participates with federal and state authorities in a variety of inter-agency investigations. To report Medicaid fraud, patient abuse or neglect, you can submit one of the forms below or call (401) 222-2566 or (401) 274-4400, ext. 2269. Medicaid Fraud Patient Abuse Unit Complaint Form Report misconduct in Rhode Island nursing homes