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Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

Inferential Leaps and Conclusory Kickback Allegations Remain Verboten in False Claims Act Complaints

Last month, the Eleventh Circuit (the “Court”) issued a decision in a False Claims Act (“FCA”) case against a medical supplier that offers welcome clarity for companies facing whistleblower allegations. In Vargas ex rel....more

Pietragallo Gordon Alfano Bosick & Raspanti,...

Second Circuit Expands Anti-Kickback Statute Liability: “At Least One Purpose” is Enough

In a significant ruling, the Second Circuit Court of Appeals recently expanded the scope of the Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS).The Court joined other circuit courts across the country in adopting, for the first time, the...more

Bass, Berry & Sims PLC

HHS-OIG Year in Review 2023

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) is tasked with providing objective oversight to protect the integrity and promote the efficiency of Medicare, Medicaid, and more than...more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

Hospital Settles CMP Case Over Free APPs; 'Bona Fide' Use Shouldn't Inspire Fear, Lawyer Says

In a case that may hit a raw compliance nerve, Ascension Macomb Oakland Hospital in Michigan has agreed to pay $100,000 in a settlement with the HHS Office of Inspector General (OIG) over free services provided to certain...more

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