Aaron Rossi, a 42-year-old resident of Morton, Illinois, has been sentenced to an additional 37 months in prison for healthcare and wire fraud related to false billing for COVID tests at Reditus Labs. The sentencing took place on July 15, 2025. Rossi was also ordered to forfeit a recreational vehicle valued at approximately $1 million.
Rossi has been in county jail since August 2023 due to previous fraud convictions. He received a sentence of time served for possessing contraband while incarcerated.
During the sentencing hearing, Chief U.S. District Judge Sara Darrow heard evidence that from October 2020 until at least November 2021, Rossi defrauded Medicare, the State of Illinois, and several private health insurance companies by submitting claims for services not performed and receiving payments from multiple sources for the same test. The total combined loss attributed to Rossi is $525,520.61.
A federal grand jury indicted Rossi in June 2024 on charges related to COVID test fraud with 11 counts of healthcare and wire fraud. In April 2025, he pleaded guilty to one count each of wire fraud and healthcare fraud.
At the time of his indictment in this case, Rossi was already under custody for defrauding a former employer and filing false income taxes. He had previously been sentenced to five years in prison with over $3 million in restitution and fines following convictions for mail fraud and filing a false tax return.
While held in Peoria County Jail on charges related to his fraud at Reditus Labs, a federal grand jury indicted him again in March 2025 on three counts of possessing contraband while incarcerated. Items found included synthetic cannabinoid (K2), hidden in his bible; a battery; and a marijuana vape pen. He pleaded guilty to all three counts.
Chief Judge Darrow noted during sentencing that Rossi’s actions were driven by greed and hubris as he exploited circumstances created by the COVID pandemic for personal gain. She emphasized that despite opportunities given to him, he repeatedly chose dishonest paths indicating high recidivism risk.
The penalties for healthcare fraud can reach up to ten years’ imprisonment while wire fraud can result in up to twenty years’ imprisonment followed by supervised release terms along with possible fines reaching $250,000 per charge.
Acting United States Attorney Gregory M. Gilmore stated: “This case showcases the hard work of multiple law enforcement agencies… Our office is committed…to holding those who commit fraud accountable.”
Special Agent Linda T. Hanley added: “This sentencing demonstrates…commitment…to protecting integrity…by holding fraudsters accountable…”
Christopher J.S Johnson remarked: “This additional sentencing underscores two critical points: first Mr.Rossi is being held fully accountable…second relentless work continues until justice is served.”
Inspector Ruth Mendonça expressed pride over collaborative efforts leading towards justice against white-collar crime emphasizing thousands spent investigating this complex case making every minute worthwhile.”
Mark Underwood highlighted collaboration importance between law enforcement partners safeguarding private sector health plans participants through these investigations.”
Investigations were conducted by Department Health Human Services – Office Inspector General; United States Postal Inspection Service; Internal Revenue Service; U.S Department Labor Employee Benefit Security Administration Federal Bureau Investigation Springfield Field Office Peoria County Sheriff’s Office handled contraband investigation Assistant U.S Attorneys Douglas F McMeyer Tanner K Jacobs represented government prosecution
