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How can you identify Medicare fraud?
Millions of people depend on Medicare for financial support as they age. Unfortunately, some healthcare providers take advantage of this vital program for their own financial gain. Medicare fraud can take many different forms, and healthcare employees should know how...
Four common types of healthcare billing fraud
Medicare patients rely on their healthcare providers to provide them with the treatment they need and to charge the government fairly for that treatment. Unfortunately, some clinics and hospitals misrepresent their services to charge more for care and bring in more...
Milwaukee man convicted of pharmacy fraud sentenced to prison
While typical consequences for False Claims Act violations include fines and career ramifications, other times criminal penalties can be pursued as well. In the case of a former employee of two Milwaukee medical clinics, he now faces nearly three years in prison and...
Thinking of blowing the whistle? Your timing can be critical.
When considering whether to report illegal activity, you have many details to consider. Do you really have the information you need to file a claim? Will your claim impact your career? How can you protect yourself and your ability to support your family?...
When should you sign a severance agreement?
Separation from your job can lead to significant financial uncertainty. If your employer offers you a severance agreement, it might be tempting to sign that document because of the monetary support it could provide. However, accepting a severance package or an...
Wisconsin pharmacy chain to pay $2 million to settle False Claims Act lawsuit
Hayat Pharmacy, a chain with more than 20 different locations in and around Milwaukee, has agreed to pay more than $2 million after allegations that it violated the False Claims Act in 2019. While the pharmacy does not admit liability in this case, this settlement...
How does the government reward whistleblowers?
When people are aware of fraud in their workplace, the thought of reporting that wrongdoing can be daunting. They may wonder whether whistleblowing will threaten their employment and endanger their career. They may also face concerns that reporting fraud will put them...
3 ways to prepare to blow the whistle
If you know about wrongdoing or fraud, reporting that illegal activity is an important way to limit the damage it can do and to prevent future occurrences. However, whistleblowers should take a few steps before making a report. Gather evidence Your claim depends on...
Are state employees protected if they blow the whistle?
While most people may hope that government officials in their community would be trustworthy, the truth is that mismanagement, abuse of authority, fraud and other concerns can happen in any sector. However, reporting these concerns can be a daunting prospect for...