Dermatologist Pays $2.75 million to settle false Claims Suit
- June 17, 2010 by Qui Tam
- Healthcare
A New York dermatologist settled a false claim lawsuit against him for $2.75 million. The physician was able to collect higher reimbursements from Medicaid by classifying himself as a primary care physician instead of as a dermatologist, allowing him to collect fees for services not actually provided.
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