N.J. Pharmacy Owner Sentenced for $2.5M Medicare Fraud

Nestor E. Jaime collected fraudulent reimbursements for medication he never dispensed.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 11:37pm

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The owner of a Passaic County pharmacy in New Jersey was sentenced to two years in prison after pleading guilty to healthcare fraud that netted him over $2.5 million. Authorities said Nestor E. Jaime, 37, of Pine Brook, collected the money after filing for reimbursements on an expensive medication he never purchased or dispensed, and spent the money on luxury vehicles and personal expenses.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing problem of healthcare fraud, which costs taxpayers billions each year. It also underscores the need for stronger oversight and accountability measures to prevent such schemes from occurring in the first place.

The details

Between December 2019 and December 2021, Jaime submitted hundreds of false claims to Medicare for an expensive medication called Dificid worth over $4,000 per prescription. Jaime submitted the claims through his pharmacy in Paterson on behalf of dozens of Medicare beneficiaries that were never prescribed Dificid. To make the claims appear legitimate, Jaime used unique provider numbers on the bogus claims.

  • Jaime submitted the fraudulent claims between December 2019 and December 2021.
  • Jaime was sentenced in April 2026.

The players

Nestor E. Jaime

The 37-year-old owner of a Passaic County pharmacy in New Jersey who pleaded guilty to healthcare fraud and was sentenced to two years in prison.

Medicare

The federal health insurance program that paid Jaime over $2.5 million in fraudulent reimbursements.

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The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing problem of healthcare fraud and the need for stronger oversight to prevent such schemes from occurring. It also underscores the importance of holding those responsible accountable for their actions.