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Often times, it’s only the biggest dollar amount settlements that make the headlines in healthcare compliance.

1. Former Healthcare Chief Executive Sentenced to 9.5 Years in Federal Prison –

The DOJ and OIG recently announced the 2018 Fraud Takedown which resulted in charges against 601 individuals responsible for over $2 Billion in fraud, according to the federal government

1. Nurse Practitioner Pleads Guilty in Compounding Pharmacy Fraud Scheme –

On June 14, 2018, the Acting Associate Attorney General Jesse Panuccio delivered remarks at the American Bar Association’s 12th National Institute on the Civil False Claims Act and Qui Tam Enforcement.

1. Signature HealthCARE to Pay More Than $30 Million to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations Related to Rehabilitation Therapy –

1. Ohio Hospital Operator Agrees to Pay United States $14.25 Million to Settle Alleged False Claims Act Violations Arising From Improper Payments to Physicians –

As compliance professionals, we tend to focus on large dollar settlements to raise awareness within our organization. These type of events can definitely make some executives pay attention.