Once investigated, the case was referred to the Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud Bureau for prosecution.

"Personal care services are among the most critical services the state provides, and my office is committed to prosecuting individuals who use these funds for personal gain," Attorney General Lisa Madigan said.

Atwood and Holder were both sentenced to four years of Felony Probation and ordered to pay $13,614.44 in restitution to IDHS."    

Individuals are encouraged to call the ISP Medicaid Fraud Hotline at (888) 557-9503 to report suspected fraud of medical providers involved the Medicaid system.