All organisations providing NHS services are required to put in place appropriate counter fraud arrangements.
Fraud is a dishonest act which is committed with the intention of making a gain or causing loss or risk of loss to another.
Typical examples of fraud:
- Working while sick
- Stealing property
- Timesheet fraud
- Fake qualifications / identity
- Salary overpayments
If ever you are presented with a situation whereby you think that Kent Community Healthy NHS Foundation Trust or its representatives are being deceived by a third party for personal financial gain, ’please report your concerns in confidence by calling the NHS Counter Fraud Authority on 0800 028 40 60 or by visiting the Counter Fraud Authority website.
Fraud specialists
Our Counter Fraud Team is qualified and certified to deal with criminal investigations within the NHS, including disciplinary and civil sanctions.
Sophie Bird
Anti-Crime Specialist
07966069237
sophie.bird6@nhs.net
Andrew Ede
Investigations Manager
07814285177
andrew.ede1@nhs.net
If you have a query or want to book a training presentation for you next team meeting, contact your counter fraud specialist:
Andrew Ede
NHS Local Counter Fraud Specialist
07814285177
andrew.ede1@nhs.net