The government alleged NYHC determined partner-physician compensation using a formula that took into account the volume of referrals for nuclear and CT scans the physician was driving into the practice. The alleged violations occurred from September 2007 to August 2008.
U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of New York, Richard S. Hartunian, said the settlement is “another example of this office’s commitment to ensure that services paid for by federal healthcare programs are based on the best interests of patients rather than the financial interests of referring physician.”
More articles on the False Claims Act:
Carondelet Health Network to pay $35M in Arizona’s largest FCA settlement
Optim Healthcare to pay $4M to settle FCA, Stark Law allegations
Serial whistle-blowers make millions filing multiple FCA suits
Becker’s 3rd Annual Fall Chief Pharmacy Officer Summit is the top tier event that the people leading the future of pharmacy convene. This 3-day event is built specifically for Chief Pharmacy Officers and senior pharmacy leaders. The sessions examine the workforce, financial and clinical priorities shaping pharmacy today. Becker’s is where candid discussions flourish and new ideas thrive. Becker's 3rd Annual Fall Chief Pharmacy Officer Summit
