Austin Healthcare Fraud Attorney
Healthcare costs are rising. More and more people are facing large amounts of debt accumulated because they could not afford the high cost of health insurance and many health providers are dealing with deficits. It is no wonder that there is also an increase in healthcare fraud. Healthcare fraud occurs when the doctors and other medical professionals seek to profit through deception of health insurance companies and Medicare.
If you or your loved one is facing a healthcare fraud charge, it is important to speak with a defense attorney immediately following the arrest. Austin healthcare fraud defense attorney Ian Inglis can work with you to develop a strong case. Contact Ian Inglis today by calling 512-472-1950.
Types of Healthcare Fraud
Healthcare fraud is divided into two main categories; provider fraud and consumer fraud. A health care provider fraud charge may result from one of the following:
- Upcoding (charging more for a service by intentionally misrepresenting its categorization)
- Unbundling (charging for each procedure separately)
- Falsifying a diagnosis
- Falsifying billing information
- Using money for one procedure for another, unneeded procedure
- Taking kickbacks
- Charging an insurance company for the co-pay
Healthcare facilities and workers are not the only ones believed to be committing healthcare fraud. Consumers may be charged with one of the following actions:
- Filing false claims for medical services
- Filing false claims for medicines
- Fraudulently pretending to be another individual
Consequences of Conviction
Medical professionals are held to high ethical standards, and accordingly they risk particularly harsh punishments in the event that they are found to have violated the law. Potential consequences of a conviction for healthcare fraud might include:
- Revocation of one’s license to practice medicine
- Significant fines and penalties
- Incarceration or probation
Contact Us
Being accused of committing healthcare fraud is understandably distressing. It is important to remember, however, that you are entitled to a vigorous defense and should not simply accept the prospect of a conviction. Contact Austin healthcare fraud attorney Ian Inglis today at 512-472-1950 to discuss your case.
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