The public generally views the health care industry as a stable career path. In addition to job security, U.S. News and World Report also states that those who hold a position within the health care industry have some of the best jobs in the nation. Which health care...
Month: September 2019
DOJ charges 30 in “patients for cash” health care fraud scheme
The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently charged 30 in a "patients for cash" health care fraud scheme. According to the indictment, a home health organization illegally paid doctors, nurses, and at least one social worker along with other medical professionals in...
CMS announces increased health care fraud enforcement measures
The United States Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced a new rule to address health care fraud. The announcement was made in September 2019. The new rule expands the agency’s ability to revoke or deny applications for entry or...
Physicians: Take note of these health care fraud trends
Health care fraud is a broad term used to encompass different allegations of criminal activity. The types of allegations the government commonly prosecutes for health care fraud can vary year to year.This piece will touch on recent trends and provide some examples to...
Novartis sets aside millions to settle bribery allegations
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp. (Novartis) recently announced it will set aside $700 million to settle claims made by the Department of Justice (DOJ). The DOJ recently accused the pharmaceutical giant of illegally bribing physicians and other health care professionals...
Tips for an effective voluntary health care compliance program
The government requires medical facilities to follow certain rules and regulations. A failure to do so can result in allegations of wrongdoing. One specific area that can cause great harm to a health care facility are allegations of health care fraud. If...
Pharmacy owner accused of bribing doctors: 3 lessons
The government continues to crackdown on allegations of health care fraud. One recent example involves a pharmacist accused of various crimes. According to the complaint, the prosecution has charged the pharmacy owner with two crimes. The first is conspiracy to commit...
Texas nurses excel on nursing exams … but what’s next?
Texas nursing students are excelling when it comes time to take their exams and get their nursing license. The Texas Board of Nursing recently reported results on the National Council Licensure Examination taken in 2018. Two universities in the eastern portion of the...