The Federal Government had a big year for healthcare fraud recovery and enforcement in 2021.
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In 2021, the federal government received $1.9 Billion from healthcare fraud settlements.
They also excluded nearly 1,700 people and entities from participating in federal healthcare programs.
The Department of Justice also opened 831 new criminal healthcare fraud investigations in 2021.
What were the common fraudulent themes?
- Fraudulently obtaining COVID-19 relief funds
- Unnecessary services