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06/05/2026 | Press release | Archived content

Carr: Laboratory Owner Faces Criminal Charges and Civil Complaint for Genetic Testing Fraud

Carr: Laboratory Owner Faces Criminal Charges and Civil Complaint for Genetic Testing Fraud

COBB COUNTY, GA - Attorney General Chris Carr today announced that his Medicaid Fraud and Patient Protection Division has brought a new civil complaint and criminal indictment against Maged Awad, 61, of Marietta, Georgia, both alleging the submission of false or fraudulent genetic testing claims to the Georgia Medicaid program.

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Action Details

  • Date:June 5, 2026
  • Agency:State of Georgia
  • Enforcement Types:
    • State Enforcement Agencies
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