A Louisiana woman who fraudulently received Medicaid benefits while living a luxury lifestyle — including purchasing a $230,000 Lamborghini — has been arrested and charged with fraud, according to state officials.
Candace Taylor, 35, of Slidell, dubbed the “Medicaid Millionaire” by the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office, was taken into custody Monday after an investigation uncovered years of deceit involving millions in business revenue, luxury spending, and false income reporting.
Millions in Business Revenue, Medicaid Application Under Alias
Taylor initially applied for Medicaid in May 2019 under the alias “Candace Sailor”, reporting $1,900 biweekly income and no dependents — the application was denied.
She reapplied under the same alias less than a year later and was approved after underreporting her income.
According to court documents, Taylor owned six businesses that generated more than $9.5 million from 2020 to 2024.
Investigators found she had deposits totaling $480,994, including $325,000 in business income.
Lavish Spending While on Government Assistance
Despite receiving Medicaid — a program meant to assist low-income families — Taylor was living an extravagant lifestyle, according to the state:
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$100,000 wire transfer to Tactical Fleet, a luxury car dealership
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$13,000 down payment on a 2022 Lamborghini Urus
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$45,000 in Audi vehicle payments
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Multiple six-figure cashier’s checks used for:
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Real estate
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Cosmetic surgeries
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High-end jewelry
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Luxury services
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Attempted to Renew Medicaid After Lamborghini Purchase
Just two months after purchasing the Lamborghini, Taylor reapplied to renew her Medicaid benefits, claiming she earned only $4,000 per month. She failed to disclose that she owned the business providing that income.
Investigators also said Taylor flaunted her luxury lifestyle on social media, further exposing her fraudulent behavior.
AG: “Blatant Abuse of Public Resources”
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill called the case a “shocking example of abuse of public benefits” and confirmed that criminal charges have been filed.
“Ms. Taylor exploited a system meant to help those in need, all while living a millionaire lifestyle on the backs of taxpayers,” Murrill’s office said.
Taylor now faces felony fraud charges, and prosecutors are seeking restitution and additional penalties.
