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Co-founder in $8M medical fraud scheme sentenced
The co-founder of a Christian “healthcare sharing ministry” in St. Joseph, Mo., has been sentenced for his role in an $8 million wire fraud conspiracy that defrauded hundreds of members of the charity.
3 gastroenterology physicians face lawsuits in 1 week
Becker’s reported on three gastroenterologists or GI surgeons who faced lawsuits in one week.
3 gastroenterology physicians face lawsuits in 1 week
Becker’s reported on three gastroenterologists or GI surgeons who faced lawsuits in one week.
Cardiologist files lawsuit against former employer claiming retaliation
A cardiologist has filed a lawsuit against his former employer, claiming he was fired after bringing up concerns about another physician, according to a Nov. 22 report by FOX 17.
Cardiologist files lawsuit against former employer claiming retaliation
A cardiologist has filed a lawsuit against his former employer, claiming he was fired after bringing up concerns about another physician, according to a Nov. 22 report by FOX 17.
New AGA guidance for ulcerative colitis treatment: 8 things to know
The American Gastroenterological Association has updated guidance for the treatment of ulcerative colitis to recommend using higher efficacy drugs in earlier stages of treatment, Medscape Medical News reported Nov. 25.
RFK Jr. eyes Medicare physician pay system overhaul: 10 things to know
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is considering an overhaul of Medicare’s physician payment model.
Mississippi medical center faces Stark law allegations
A federal district court in Mississippi has denied a motion to dismiss a lawsuit against Corinth, Miss.-based Magnolia Regional Health Center and its joint venture cancer center, Magnolia Cancer Center, alleging Stark law and antikickback violations, J…
5 largest malpractice payouts in 2024
In 2023, malpractice verdicts hit a record high, with 57 medical malpractice verdicts of $10 million or more, and more than half of those verdicts exceeding $25 million.
Trump's pick for CDC director: 10 things to know
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated David Weldon, MD, who has been a medical doctor for 40 years and an Army veteran, as the director pick for the Center for Disease Control.
