Legal News

Stories about physicians and other healthcare professionals involved in lawsuits—as either a plaintiff or a defendantor accused of breaking the law. Various legal updates or unusual stories in the news may land here.

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Cardiologist accused of date rape by multiple women agrees not to practice medicine during investigation

The agreement, not technically an admission of guilt, is expected to stay in effect until the investigation is resolved. 

May 23, 2023
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Cardiologist arrested for sexual assault again, now linked to 10 alleged victims

The 35-year-old cardiologist has now been charged in a total of 10 sexual assault cases. 

May 15, 2023
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Cardiologist arrested on suspicion of murder after multiple deaths

The 55-year-old doctor is accused of knowingly administering lethally high doses of a sedative to at least two patients. 

May 9, 2023
A cardiology practice in Florida and several of its cardiologists have agreed to pay $2 million to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act and committed fraud. As a part of the agreement, there has been no determination of liability.

Florida cardiology practice, 10 cardiologists pay $2M to settle fraud allegations

The practice and many of its cardiologists allegedly submitted false claims to Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE and the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program. 

February 14, 2023
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Cardiologist pays nearly $1M to resolve allegations of ‘elaborate and extensive’ kickback scheme

The Kentucky physician fought back against the allegations, but his attorney's arguments were not effective enough to sway the judge. 

January 6, 2023
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Louisiana cardiologist arrested in child pornography investigation

The 37-year-old pediatric cardiologist has already been fired from his position in the Our Lady of the Lake health system. Investigators have said they found no evidence that his patients were involved in any of the explicit materials. 

September 29, 2022
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DOJ makes 36 arrests in $1.2B telemedicine fraud scheme

Defendants in the case allegedly defrauded CMS for millions of dollars that were spent on luxury vehicles, real estate and more.

July 22, 2022

New York cardiologist charged for alleged involvement in COVID-related fraud scheme

He was charged with three counts of healthcare fraud for an alleged scheme involving office visits that never occurred.

April 22, 2022

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