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Genetic Testing Scam Exploits Cancer Fears

By Mario Shtika | 09/16/2019 | 0

A CBS News investigation uncovers recruiters showing up at senior events.

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Protect Yourself from Rip-offs

By Mario Shtika | 09/05/2019 | 0

Avoid scams and fight back against surprise medical bills.

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Imposter Scam Complaints Surge

By Mario Shtika | 08/27/2019 | 0

Criminals are doing more research to earn the trust of victims.

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Man Sentenced for Role in DME Scheme

By Mario Shtika | 08/27/2019 | 0

More than $8 million was fraudulently billed for medically unnecessary equipment.

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Feds, State File Suit Against Pain Specialists

By Mario Shtika | 08/09/2019 | 0

Suit alleges fraud of over $25 million for 60 clinics in 12 states.

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DME Owner Sentenced to Over 10 Years

By Mario Shtika | 08/09/2019 | 0

She must pay $950,000 in restitution.

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Genetic-testing Scam Targets Seniors

By Mario Shtika | 07/31/2019 | 0

Multiple victims give their personal accounts.

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Doctor, Nurse Convicted in Drug Case

By Mario Shtika | 07/19/2019 | 0

Millions were also stolen in an allergy fraud scheme.

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Doctor Charged with Fraudulently Ordering Genetic Tests

By Mario Shtika | 07/19/2019 | 0

No patient he ordered tests for was in the same state as the doctor.

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Doctor Indicted in Telemedicine Fraud Conspiracy

By Mario Shtika | 07/11/2019 | 0

U.S. attorney says telecare was a fiction and claims were unnecessary and fraudulent.

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