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Pain Company Pairs Prescriptions with Injections

By Maureen Patterson | 05/21/2025 | 1
Syringe held by gloved hand against a pink background, symbolizing conviction or medical injection.

Decade-long fraud scheme made millions by capitalizing on patients’ dependence on opioids.

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Insurance Agent Sentenced

By Maureen Patterson | 05/19/2025 | 0
Man in suit points to "insurance" text and a toggle switch near the word "Sentenced."

He switched beneficiaries’ Medicare Advantage plans without permission.

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Remote Patient Monitoring Company Settles Allegations

By Maureen Patterson | 05/16/2025 | 0
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They allegedly paid a marketing service for beneficiary referrals.

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Update: Woman Sentenced for COVID-19 Test Fraud

By Maureen Patterson | 05/14/2025 | 1
Blue gloved hand holding a small white swab near a clear plastic cap.

Nasal swab specimens for COVID-19 were also tested for respiratory pathogens.

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Woman Gives Medicare Number to Unknown Caller

By Maureen Patterson | 05/12/2025 | 0
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SMP said to be suspicious of anyone offering free medical equipment.

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Feds File Complaint Against Insurance Companies

By Maureen Patterson | 05/08/2025 | 0
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Medicare beneficiaries allegedly directed to plans that paid brokers the most in kickbacks.

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Update: Walgreens Agrees to Pay

By Maureen Patterson | 05/06/2025 | 0
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Complaint alleges that some patients died after overdosing shortly after filling unlawful prescriptions.

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Man Admits Role in $10 Million Scheme

By Maureen Patterson | 01/29/2025 | 0
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Medicare beneficiaries were targeted for at-home cancer genetic tests.

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Chiropractor Pleads in COVID Scheme

By Maureen Patterson | 01/24/2025 | 0
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Documents say he purchased fabricated recordings of individuals posing as beneficiaries.

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Update: Doctor Sentenced for $70 Million Scheme

By Maureen Patterson | 01/21/2025 | 0
Person wearing a beige lumbar support brace on their waist.

He prescribed braces and genetic tests for over 13,000 Medicare beneficiaries.

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