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Couple Sentenced for Fraud, Money Laundering

By Maureen Patterson | 08/05/2025 | 0
Black and white prison cell with bars, single light source above a barred door.

Workers completed progress notes with information copied through dozens of records.

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Watch Out for Medicare Scams

By Maureen Patterson | 07/31/2025 | 0
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Protect yourself and Medicare by recognizing scams and what to do if you’re targeted.

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Update: Judges Reverse Acquittal

By Mario Shtika | 07/29/2025 | 0
Stock market graph overlaying a US dollar bill with coronavirus icon, symbolizing economic impact.

Prosecutors say his clinics charged for COVID tests with other services.

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Scammers Sound Like They’re Selling Health Insurance

By Maureen Patterson | 07/24/2025 | 0
Red distressed stamp graphic reading "DISCOUNT" with stars, implying a deceptive sale.

But they’re really selling a discount plan. Know what you’re buying.

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Feds File Complaint Against Doctor

By Maureen Patterson | 07/22/2025 | 0
Scientist holds test tube with liquid near DNA helix, symbolizing genetic research and science.

It alleges that she referred more than 100 Medicare beneficiaries for medically unnecessary genetic tests.

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Remote Patient Monitoring Company Settles Lawsuit

By Maureen Patterson | 07/17/2025 | 0
Elderly woman with blood pressure cuff seated at a desk, looking concerned or thoughtful.

Feds allege that company billed for services after failing to provide patients with devices that met requirements.

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Doctor Sentenced for Fraud Scheme

By Maureen Patterson | 07/15/2025 | 0
Elderly man holding lower back in pain outdoors among green trees.

She prescribed over 7,900 orthotic braces to more than 2,600 Medicare beneficiaries in six months.

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Largest Health Care Fraud Takedown in History Announced

By Maureen Patterson | 07/10/2025 | 0
2025 National Health Care Fraud Takedown stats: $14.6B intended fraud loss, 324 defendants charged.

Criminal charges were filed against 324 defendants in 50 federal districts.

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Pharmacists Accused in Conspiracy

By Maureen Patterson | 07/08/2025 | 0
Pile of various colored pills and capsules scattered across a surface.

They allegedly paid cash to patients for expensive drugs that were unopened, then resold them.

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Physical Therapy Owner Sentenced

By Maureen Patterson | 07/01/2025 | 0
Elderly person receiving physical therapy or assistance with an arm by a caregiver.

He billed as though services had been provided by licensed practitioners.

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