Category Archives: Healthcare Fraud
Case Study: Federal Healthcare Fraud Charges Filed Against California Medical Equipment Provider and Others
When the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announces criminal charges, it’s important to remember one thing: charges are not convictions. Federal prosecutors may issue sweeping press releases detailing alleged misconduct, but in the eyes of the law, every defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in court. Recently,… Read More »
The Hidden Penalties of a Healthcare Fraud Conviction
When most people think about the consequences of a healthcare fraud conviction, they tend to focus on the obvious: possible prison time and steep financial penalties. While those outcomes are certainly serious, the impact of a conviction often goes much deeper. The hidden penalties—those that aren’t always discussed in the courtroom—can have long-lasting, life-altering… Read More »
Technology and Healthcare Fraud: A Double-Edged Sword
In the modern healthcare landscape, technology is indispensable. Electronic health records (EHRs), billing software, telemedicine platforms, and data analytics tools have revolutionized patient care and administrative efficiency. But the same digital tools that streamline operations also open the door to new forms of fraud. In many ways, technology is a double-edged sword in healthcare—used… Read More »