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Tennessee clinic pays $1.15M to resolve false claims allegations
Chattanooga, Tenn.-based Bryn Medical Center and Basket Medical, formerly known as Apple Corporate Wellness, have agreed to pay $1,148,598 to resolve allegations that it knowingly violated the False Claims Act by improperly billing Medicare for electro…
Younger people and CRC stool tests: 5 things to know
The use of fecal immunochemical testing as a screening tool for colorectal cancer is increasing.
Adventist begins Oregon ASC expansion
Roseville, Calif.-based Adventist Health has started the expansion and modernization of its ambulatory surgery center in Tillamook, Ore., Tillamook Headlight Herald reported Oct. 22.
Fewer surgeries a welcome side effect amid IV shortages for this ASC
Ken Schaff, regional ASC administrator at HCA Surgery Ventures, is facing an unexpected benefit amid the ongoing IV fluid shortages: a decrease in patient volumes for October.
Colonoscopy malpractice cases: 5 things to know
As the gold standard for colon cancer, colonoscopies are often the subject of malpractice cases for gastroenterologists, according to a blog post from law firm Miller & Zois.
Patients at 3 major health systems exposed to HIV, hepatitis in 1 year
Three major health systems have warned patients about potential exposure to HIV or hepatitis B and C in the last year stemming from improper sterilization and safety protocols.
Washington physician indicted for misusing $1.5M in COVID-19 relief funds
A Spokane, Wash., dermatologist has been indicted on 23 counts for using $1.5 million in COVID-19 relief funds for personal use.
California ASC ownership lawsuit settled after decade of litigation
After more than 10 years of litigation, a California Court of Appeal has ruled on behalf of an ASC following an involuntary buyout of an ASC member’s ownership interest after his misconduct, according to a release from law firm Holland & Knight.&nb…
Rocky Mountain Gastroenterology faces triple cyberattack
Lakewood, Colo.-based Rocky Mountain Gastroenterology has faced cyberattacks from at least three online criminal groups accessing the data of more than 169,000 patients, according to an Oct. 21 report from DataBreaches.net.
Central Carolina Cardiology relocates
Sanford, N.C.-based Central Carolina Cardiology has relocated, according to an Oct. 22 report from The Sanford Herald.
