Billing for unnecessary tests and procedures, even on a small scale, is particularly egregious because of the risk inherent to the victim patients, let alone the financial fraud on payors.
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For example, when is a payment or a lease or some service a kickback?
Billing for unnecessary tests and procedures, even on a small scale, is particularly egregious because of the risk inherent to the victim patients, let alone the financial fraud on payors.
Under the regulations a group practice must consist of a single legal entity operating primarily for the purpose of being a physician group practice.
What is your favorite dessert, something that goes well with barbecue?Whether it's pie or vanilla ice cream (or both!), it's probably not 10 years in federal prison.
What is your favorite dessert, something that goes well with barbecue? Whether it’s pie or vanilla ice cream (or both!), it’s probably not 10 years in federal prison.
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Over the years, I have dealt with many hospital CEOs that I thought were criminals. In fact, I have dealt with some who were indicted, and, in at least one case, a CEO who later became a long-term “guest” in the Gray Bar Hotel.
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Over the years, I have dealt with many hospital CEOs that I thought were criminals. In fact, I have dealt with some who were indicted, and, in at least one case, a CEO who later became a long-term “guest” in the Gray Bar Hotel.
In a move reminiscent of prohibition-era crime fighter Eliot Ness, the U.S. Department of Justice recently announced a coordinated enforcement action against 345 alleged healthcare criminals, including over 100 physicians and other licensed (for now) healthcare professionals, in 51 judicial districts.
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Does More Financial Pressure on Hospitals Signal the Return of Questionable Medical Directorships?
