Los Angeles Medicare Fraud Attorney

Defending Medicare Fraud Cases

The federal government comes down hard on Medicare fraud.   Substantial fines can accompany indictments of Medicare fraud.    Such indictments can include overbilling, or billing for medical services not provided at all, or for medical devices not provided.  It can also include billing for medical services or devices that were not needed in the first place.   Aside from the potential fines for Medicare fraud the federal government pursues prison sentences as a punishment for violations.   Usually clinics and doctors are the most commonly charged in Medicare fraud or abuse cases.  There are numerous ways Medicare fraud charges can be brought.  These usually start with billings under the assigned number as whenever a billing is filed under a Medicare number with the federal government it is then under federal jurisdiction.  Where investigations are underway or charges have been brought the services of a knowledgeable Los Angeles federal crime attorney experienced with Medicare fraud cases are invaluable.  Immediately contact a Los Angeles Federal Crime Attorney from Okabe & Haushalter, who will review and expedite your case.

Accused of Medicare Fraud in Los Angeles?

There can be many reasons for errors in billings, which were not caused by intentional deception of the Medicare system.   These can include but are not limited to errors in clerical work, ill-intentioned employees, inadequate billing supervision and also inadequate supervision on the treatment area.   In some cases there are even errors in the government documentation or processing itself.  Experience and knowledge of the various factors which can be involved in a Medicare fraud case are vital in a strong defense.  The prosecution must prove that the case involved a deliberate intention to deceive the government.   Our skilled attorneys can help you to aggressively defend you.

Contact a Los Angeles Medicare fraud lawyer if facing fraud charges.