by Jenni Espay | May 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
From June 2018 through May 2021, it is alleged that the defendant, Ankita Singh, participated in a scheme to bill Medicare approximately $8.4 million in durable medical equipment, prosthetics/orthotics and supplies (DMEPOS) that were medically unnecessary. As part of...
by Jenni Espay | May 11, 2022 | Article, Media
The U.S. opioid epidemic has caused more than 500,000 overdose deaths over two decades, according to government data. More than 3,300 opioid lawsuits have been filed nationally against drug makers, distributors and pharmacy chains, leading to a recent wave of proposed...
by Jenni Espay | May 4, 2022 | Article, Media, Medicare News
May’s focus will be understanding what the Medicare Savings Programs (MSPs) offer, knowing what additional benefits come with an MSP, knowing how to apply for and keep an MSP, and knowing your rights and protections related to MSPs. For more information on MSPs,...
by Jenni Espay | Apr 27, 2022 | Article, Healthcare Fraud, Identity Theft, Media, Medicare News, Scam Alert
In any given year, an estimated five to 10% of the entire budget for Medicare is lost to fraudulent billing – often seeking reimbursement for services never provided. These schemes succeed by manipulating Medicare members or stealing and misusing private information....
by Jenni Espay | Apr 21, 2022 | Broadcast, Fighting Fraud, Healthcare Fraud, Identity Theft, Infographic, Media, Medicare Fraud Alerts, Medicare News, Scam Alert, Social Security
Did you miss the Consumer Protection Fraud Prevention Forum? If you missed the Consumer Protection Fraud Forum in March, a recording of the program will air on WMKV 89.3 FM & WLHS 89.9 FM at 2pm on Thursday, April 28 – click on LISTEN NOW. Our panel of experts...
