Whistleblowers who want to do the right thing sometimes get punished for doing so. Those who come forward to report fraud against the government deserve to receive all the protections offered by the law. At the Law Offices of Darth M. Newman, we believe in protecting those who follow their inner moral compass and report fraud against the government. Anyone who takes advantage of and steals from taxpayer-funded programs that serve others should be held accountable. Our Pittsburgh, PA Medicaid whistleblower lawyer understands that being a whistleblower comes with worries and concerns. Mainly, whistleblowers are afraid of being retaliated against for bringing the truth to light. However, you can depend on Attorney Darth Newman to advocate for your best interests and sense of safety. If you have questions about this, please contact him at your earliest convenience.
How We Get You Whistleblower Rewards
There are federal (and state) laws against defrauding the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Chief among them is the federal False Claims Act and the related Stark Law and Anti-Kickback regulations. Whistleblowers who successfully bring cases under these laws may receive a portion of the government’s financial recovery at the end of the case. In addition to doing the right thing, becoming a whistleblower can eventually yield financial rewards. Our Pittsburgh Medicaid whistleblower lawyer can work with you to ensure your protection while also working to secure any share of the proceeds to which you are entitled.
What To Know About Medicaid Fraud
Medicaid is a state and federal government-funded, need-based medical insurance program for those with lower incomes and fewer assets. If you suspect that a person or company is defrauding the Medicaid system, we strongly encourage you to contact our Medicaid whistleblower attorney. Medicare and Medicaid fraud often occur together. Our Medicaid whistleblower attorney has seen fraud for these programs occur at dentists, hospitals, doctors, pharmacies, clinics, nursing homes, and other providers who are engaging in these violations:
- Prescribing or billing unnecessary medical equipment or drugs
- Prescribing or billing medical equipment that was not provided
- Charging brand-name prices for medical products and drugs that are generic
- Diluting drugs
- Billing for appointments that were cancelled in advance
- Billing for tests, services, and products that weren’t needed
- Billing for professional services provided by those without proper credentials
- Kickbacks and self-referrals
- Padding mileage accumulated on ambulance trips
- Billing for services not performed
- Over-billing for services provided
- Creating fraudulent cost reports
Law Offices Of Darth M. Newman
If you have proof that a person or organization has committed fraud on the Medicare or Medicaid programs, then we urge you to speak with our team today about what to do next. At the Law Offices of Darth M. Newman, we understand that most whistleblowers are driven by a strong desire to do the right thing. Our Pittsburgh Medicaid whistleblower lawyer can make sure you are protected as your case evolves. Attorney Darth Newman is a strategic lawyer with years of experience and substantial success prosecuting whistleblower cases. He is committed to representing whistleblowers who want to shed light on fraud against the government and its programs and systems. Reach out to him today for support.
