Here are four drug-related legal battles involving physicians that Becker’s has reported on since Feb. 6:
Category: ASC News
Justice Department recovers $1.8B from healthcare fraud in 2023
The U.S. Justice Department recovered approximately $2.69 billion in False Claims Act cases in 2023, the majority of which were related to healthcare fraud, according to a new report from law firm Bass, Berry and Sims.
The highest paid med school president of 2024
A new report has revealed the 10 highest paid private college presidents, with one medical school leader topping the list, according to a Feb. 15 report from The Chronicle of Higher Education.
Physician indicted for illegally dispensing controlled substances
A physician from Celina, Texas, and eight others have been indicted for illegally dispensing controlled substances.
Hospitals target ASCs with new proposals
Outpatient revenue for hospitals and health systems jumped 10.6% year over year in January, as hospitals continue to see more complex procedures become safe in the outpatient setting, according to Syntellis.
Louisiana physician gets prison for tax evasion
A Baton Rouge, La., physician was sentenced to 52 months in prison and fined $200,000 for tax evasion.
10 cities with the best mental, physical health
Residents of Fremont, Calif., have the best physical and mental well-being of any city in the U.S., according to a Feb. 27 report by personal finance website WalletHub.
Outpatient surgery heads to the mall
Approximately 87% of large shopping malls are expected to close over the next 10 years, according to a 2024 report from Capital One bank.
CVS Health: Where it's been and where it's going
CVS is best known as a retail pharmacy, however, the company has expanded its scope in healthcare in recent years.
3 physicians suing their former employers in 2024
Here are three lawsuits involving physicians taking action against their former employers that Becker’s has reported on in 2024:
