LANSING – Faddi S. Salim, DDS, 37, of Troy, was arraigned in the 54B District Court in East Lansing on March 19 for allegedly conducting a massive Medicaid fraud scheme involving dental crowns, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Salim has been charged with one count of Conducting a Criminal Enterprise, a 20-year felony, and 131 counts of Medicaid fraud, each a felony punishable by up to four years’ incarceration and/or a fine of up to $50,000.
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Action Details
- Date:April 3, 2026
- Agency:State of Michigan
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Enforcement Types:
- State Enforcement Agencies
This remains the most prevalent form of financial crime globally. It targets the direct access points to your money: your cards and your bank accounts.
- Skimming: Criminals use small devices called “skimmers” placed over ATM or point-of-sale card slots to capture the data from your card’s magnetic strip.
- Card-Not-Present (CNP) Fraud: This occurs during online shopping where a physical card isn’t required. Thieves use stolen card numbers, expiry dates, and CVV codes to make unauthorized purchases.
- Account Takeover (ATO): A hacker gains access to your online banking credentials (often through malware or phishing) and changes the contact details or passwords, locking you out while they drain your funds.