Item 38

Authorize to create one new Paralegal II, Labor Grade 19, for the purpose of assisting attorneys and investigators in research, fact-finding, trial preparation and case management in matters involving Medicaid provider fraud, patient abuse and financial exploitation. (2)Further authorize to accept and expend $82,977 ($62,232 from the US Department of Health and Human Services, Medicaid Fraud and $20,745 from Medicaid Fraud – agency income) for the purpose of supporting the Paralegal II position as detailed in letter dated February 12, 2014. Effective upon G&C approval through June 30, 2015. 75% Federal, 25% Other Agency Income. Fiscal Committee approved.