DOJ Charges Over 320 Individuals in Fraud Crackdown
Story by Sarah Bennett • 7h
In one of the largest healthcare fraud crackdowns in U.S. history, the Department of Justice (DOJ) has charged more than 320 individuals in connection with schemes totaling over $14.5 billion. Among those implicated are dozens of medical professionals, including 25 doctors. The individuals involved reportedly played key roles in fraudulent billing and kickback operations.
The DOJ has also announced the seizure of $245 million in cash, luxury goods, and other assets. Officials noted that the schemes led to an estimated $2.9 billion in losses to federal healthcare programs.
Operation leaders noted that foreign straw owners used fake medical supply companies to file false Medicare claims. They allegedly exploited the identities of over one million Americans.
Suspects from Russia, Eastern Europe, and Pakistan have been implicated following the investigations. Nearly 20 people were charged in a major $10 billion scheme involving fake urinary catheter claims.
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