ALBANY, NEW YORK – Anja Salamack, a 50-year-old nurse practitioner from Delray Beach, Florida, has pleaded guilty to health care fraud and unlawful drug distribution. The charges stem from her alleged submission of false claims for services she never provided, as well as the illegal distribution of controlled substances.
United States Attorney John A. Sarcone III announced the plea, emphasizing that this case is part of the Department of Justice’s 2025 National Health Care Fraud Takedown. The takedown targeted over $14.6 billion in false billings and involved over 15.6 million pills of diverted controlled substances.
Salamack, who once resided in Albany, New York, admitted to causing $163,639.58 in losses through false claims for psychotherapy services, evaluation and management services. She also pleaded guilty to issuing prescriptions for amphetamine for non-medical purposes, totaling 108 prescriptions at the request of a relative.
In a separate civil settlement agreement, Salamack admitted using $48,670 in Provider Relief Funds for impermissible purposes and agreed to pay $188,850 to resolve her False Claims Act liability. The seizure in connection with this case included over $245 million in cash, luxury vehicles, and other assets.
DEA New York Special Agent in Charge Frank Tarentino emphasized that healthcare professionals are not above the law, especially when it comes to dealing with controlled substances. Salamack is facing years in federal prison for her actions.
Attorney General Pamela Bondi vowed that the administration would hold criminals accountable to the fullest extent of the law, highlighting the government’s commitment to protecting vulnerable citizens and taxpayers from such fraudulent activities.
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Key Facts
- State: New York
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: Official Source ↗
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