About the Office of Investigations

David S. Johnson, Assistant Inspector General for Investigations

The Office of Investigations (OI) investigates potential crimes and other violations of law and policy involving VA programs and operations committed by VA employees, contractors, beneficiaries, and other individuals or entities. These investigations focus on a wide range of matters including healthcare, procurement, benefits, construction, and other fraud; cybercrime and identity theft; bribery and embezzlement; drug offenses; and violent crimes. OI also conducts administrative investigations and other reviews involving allegations of misconduct or gross mismanagement that implicate senior VA officials or significantly affect VA programs and offices. The office is staffed by special agents, forensic accountants, attorneys, and other professionals with a broad range of expertise. Staff use data analytics, cybertools, covert operations, and other strategies to detect and address conduct that poses a threat to or has harmed veterans; other beneficiaries; or VA personnel, operations, and property. Through criminal prosecutions, civil monetary recoveries, and recommendations published in administrative reports, the office’s investigations promote integrity, patient safety, efficiency, and accountability within VA.

OI consists of multiple investigative regions with staff dispersed across the United States, as well as several other divisions and program offices providing a range of support for investigative activities.

Contact Us:

To report fraud, waste, or abuse, contact the OIG Hotline.

Department of Veterans Affairs
Office of Inspector General
Office of Investigations (51)
810 Vermont Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20420

Rewards Program

You might be eligible for a cash reward for disclosing to VA OIG information concerning criminal or unlawful activities involving VA programs and personnel.