Health Care Fraud

Health care fraud encompasses many types of fraud. Conaway & Strickler, PC has successfully represented clients ranging from physicians, nurses, speech pathologists, therapists, laboratory owners, medical marketing companies, and medical billing companies, among others. If you are the target of an investigation or have been charged, you need a skilled criminal defense lawyer in your corner.

• Overbilling for services
• Billing for services or tests not performed
• Altering medical records or reports in order to increase reimbursement
• Referral kickbacks
• Prescribing unnecessary or additional services, prescriptions, durable medical equipment, genetic testing, and other items in order to bill more or receive kickbacks
• Incorrectly reporting diagnoses, treatments or procedures to increase payments
• Unbundling billed services
• Knowingly using false billing codes or “upcoding”
• Submitting duplicate claims, either purposefully (to attempt to obtain duplicate payment), or accidentally (this raises questions of poor recordkeeping)
• Changing dates, services or names of patients on claims
• Billing for clients in the hospital, hospice, or unable to receive services

Extensive Experience, Zealous Defense Against Health Care Fraud Charges

We have a track record of success in federal court, and know what it takes to battle even the toughest prosecutors. Through each step of the process, whether through investigation, negotiation or trials, our attorneys fight for our clients and ensure that their best interests inform our strategies. No two clients are the same, which is why your defense will be customized to your situation.

Health care fraud is investigated by many different agencies including the FBI, the state Attorney General’s office, U.S. Postal Service Investigators or the federal Office of the Inspector General. No matter what department is investigating your case, the allegations can lead to harsh punishments. Our expertise and professionalism ensure you receive the best possible resolution.

Consequences of Conviction

Whether for the allegations relate to billing, medical records, testing or prescription fraud, you could be facing years in prison, heavy fines and restitution, job loss, an encumbered license, and a permanently damaged reputation. A criminal record will affect every aspect of your life and the reputation you’ve worked hard to build.

We take the time to understand how you got in this position, and we will help you resolve it reasonably and in your best interests. We are defense advocates, and we go to work for you right away.

Georgia Medicaid Fraud Attorneys

Contact us today at (404) 816-5000 to speak with a lawyer who is fully capable of handling complex health care fraud issues. All conversations are confidential.