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Lab and University Resolve Allegations

By Maureen Patterson | 01/16/2025 | 0
Pipette drops liquid into test tubes near a microscope, symbolizing scientific analysis and settling.

Physician orders were allegedly delayed to get around Medicare’s “14-day rule.”

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Telehealth Company Agrees to Pay

By Maureen Patterson | 01/13/2025 | 0
Laptop screen displaying a heart rate monitor icon and "Tele Health" text, symbolizing virtual healthcare.

Claims for psychotherapy sessions allegedly relied on false time records.

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Update: Owner of Addiction Treatment Chain Sentenced

By Maureen Patterson | 01/08/2025 | 0
Vials, pills, and a glass of liquid on a wooden surface, suggesting medication or treatment.

Medicare was billed for 45-minute sessions when they were often five to 10 minutes.

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Woman Receives Scam Calls

By Maureen Patterson | 01/06/2025 | 0
Silver flip phone on a wooden surface with "Called" text overlay.

One offered a leg brace. Another offered a cancer-detecting device.

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Pharmacist Accused of Fraud, Identity Theft

By Maureen Patterson | 01/02/2025 | 0
Hands dispensing pills from a small bottle into an open palm, with oranges nearby.

Sometimes the pharmacies allegedly lacked the inventory to dispense drugs.

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Medicare Advantage Insurer Agrees to Pay

By Maureen Patterson | 12/31/2024 | 0
Card with "Advantage" written on a keyboard, suggesting business or finance.

Allegations included billing for exaggerated or nonexistent health conditions.

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Nine Charged in $20 Million Pharmacy Scheme

By Maureen Patterson | 12/27/2024 | 0
Vials of medication and scattered pills on a white surface, symbolizing healthcare costs.

Customers were allegedly paid in cash and medications to sell prescriptions back to the pharmacy.

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Update: Doctor Sentenced for Fraudulent Billing During Pandemic

By Maureen Patterson | 12/23/2024 | 0
Assortment of COVID-19 antigen test strips laid out on a light blue surface.

He allegedly would sign for medical devices and COVID tests for people who didn’t need them.

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Telemarketer Sentenced for $67 Million Scheme

By Maureen Patterson | 12/13/2024 | 0
Black desk phone with digital screen displaying "Sentenced."

He was sentenced to 15 years after managing a “doctor chase” division.

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Man Pleads Guilty in COVID Test Kit Case

By Maureen Patterson | 12/10/2024 | 0
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Agreement says marketers illegally obtained beneficiary identifying information.

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