Indian-origin doctor Jitesh Patel to pay $14 million in fraud settlement in US: ‘Unnecessary procedures, false billing’
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What Happened
Urologist Jitesh Patel and his practice Advanced Urology Inc. agreed to pay $14 million to settle healthcare fraud allegations in the United States. Federal authorities alleged the practice billed Medicare and Medicaid for unnecessary procedures and services never performed. Investigations by FBI and Department of Health and Human Services found patients underwent unnecessary device implantations and diagnostic tests. Whistleblowers will receive $2.94 million from the settlement. The case does not constitute admission of liability.
Key Entities
Jitesh PatelAdvanced Urology Inc.US Department of JusticeMedicareMedicaidFalse Claims ActFBIDepartment of Health and Human Services