Medicare Fraud – Not Just A False Claims Act Issue
The government continues its ongoing crackdown against medical billing fraud and Medicare fraud. Click here to read about two recent Louisiana cases involving Medicare fraud.
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The Medical Assistance Programs Integrity Law — Our Louisiana False Claims Act
As discussed in the prior articles, the federal False Claims Act (FCA) only applies to fraudulent claims made against the federal government. The FCA does not cover fraud in state or local government contracts. In order to fill that gap, many state governments have enacted their own versions of the FCA to encourage whistleblowers. The closest analog … Read more
False Claims Act Retaliation — Can My Company Punish Me For Acting As A Whistleblower?
Whistleblowers are often concerned about losing their jobs after filing a lawsuit. The False Claims Act has one of the strictest anti-retaliation provisions in federal law. Click to learn more about False Claims Act retaliation.
The False Claims Act – FCA Procedure
The process for filing an FCA claim is unique, and must be followed to the letter. Click here to learn more about False Claims Act Procedure.
The False Claims Act – Medical Billing Fraud
Many False Claims Act cases arise when whistleblowers report medical billing fraud. Click to learn about some common types of illegal medical billing fraud.
The False Claims Act – What Is a False Claim And Who Can Report It?
The False Claims Act, or FCA, forbids any government contractor from making a “false or fraudulent” claim for payment against the federal government. The FCA also applies to many types of wrongful action that may not fit the traditional definition of fraud. This blog post will explain what makes up a false claim under the … Read more
The False Claims Act – An Introduction
Federal law imposes serious penalties on anyone who makes a false or fraudulent claim for payment against the government. An employee who blows the whistle on fraud can recover up to 30% of the total award. Click to learn more about the False Claims Act.