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February 12, 2014 Healthcare Fraud

Proposed Rule Centers on Medicare Overpayment

We often report on the widespread epidemic of healthcare fraud within the United States, particularly occurring in conjunction with Medicare and Medicaid patients. These cases often involve healthcare facilities that engage in unethical kickback or referral schemes in order to increase profits and incentivize doctors to use a certain lab […]
February 6, 2014 Healthcare Fraud

Department of Justice to Intervene in Eight False Claims Act Lawsuits

For those who may be unfamiliar with the procedural jumpstart of a False Claims Act lawsuit, these cases are filed by an individual plaintiff who has firsthand, original knowledge of facts tending to suggest fraud. Plaintiffs are usually current or former employees, but can also be customers, clients, or patients […]
February 3, 2014 Healthcare Fraud

South Florida Senior Citizens Work to Stop Medicare Fraud

Fraud against Medicare and Medicaid is a growing problem that cost U.S. taxpayers over $68 billion last year. Amid growing concerns about this crime, Florida’s senior population has decided to band together in order to patrol and deter this type of misconduct. The False Claims Act is routinely implemented in […]
January 29, 2014 Healthcare Fraud

Nationwide Physical Therapy Providers Found to Be in Violation of the False Claims Act

When a medical services provider agrees to work with patients receiving Medicare or Medicaid, it must abide by certain guidelines and rules with regard to the services offered to that patient. Of course, medical services must meet industry standards and be performed by a licensed physician. In addition, Medicare or […]
January 27, 2014 Healthcare Fraud

False Claims Act Allegations Result in Settlement Involving Ambulance Provider

According to statistics, the False Claims Act is integral in punishing healthcare fraud involving Medicare and Medicaid. While these cases often involve fraud by physicians’ offices or pharmaceutical companies, the FCA covers any situation involving reimbursement of a claim through a federal healthcare agency. If any person or entity submits […]
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