James Alexander Carthron, M.D.
Dr. James Alexander Carthron, M.D. is a family medicine physician associated with Saginaw, Michigan. In 2025, he was charged with making false claims to Medicaid in connection with allegations that he billed for medical services he did not provide.
- Saginaw, Michigan
What Happened?
According to the Michigan Attorney General and U.S. Department of Justice, Dr. Carthron was charged with making false claims to Medicaid. Prosecutors allege that he billed Medicaid for 23 telephone evaluation and management visits involving three beneficiaries that he did not provide.
The alleged claims totaled approximately $11,000. Dr. Carthron was a Medicaid-enrolled provider at the time of the alleged conduct.
The case was part of the 2025 National Health Care Fraud Takedown, a nationwide enforcement action targeting alleged health care fraud. The Michigan Attorney General’s Office also announced the charges, and the case was reported by CBS Detroit.
The available court records identify the matter as State of Michigan v. James Alexander Carthron, and the DOJ lists the case as a criminal complaint.
Quick Facts
| Name | James Alexander Carthron, M.D. |
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Type |
Medical Provider |
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Specialty |
Family Medicine / Primary Care
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Location |
Saginaw, M |
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Watchlist Basis
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Medicaid fraud charges |
Were You Treated by Dr. Carthron?
If you or a family member received medical care from Dr. Carthron and believe you were harmed by negligent care, inaccurate medical records, services that were not provided, or another form of medical misconduct, Oliver Bell Group can review your situation.
Being included on the White Coat Watchlist does not automatically mean that a patient has a medical malpractice claim. Each potential claim depends on the individual circumstances and applicable Michigan law.
Sources:
U.S. Department of Justice — 2025 National Health Care Fraud Case Summaries
Michigan Attorney General — 2025 National Health Care Fraud Takedown
CBS Detroit — Michigan health care fraud investigation
U.S. Department of Justice — 2025 National Health Care Fraud Court Documents