Medicare Fraud Statistics
Government programs such as Medicare are in place to help those who are in need of medical assistance but cannot pay for these services on their own. Sadly, there are individuals, companies, and organizations that may try to take advantage of this system and obtain funds they do not deserve. This type of fraud is illegal and anyone who is aware of this type of action may be able to file a Qui Tam lawsuit and put a stop to these activities.
Private citizens who are aware of fraud are allowed to take legal action against the guilty parties under the Federal False Claims Act. If you or someone you know has information regarding fraudulent activities, you may be eligible for a reward. The Qui Tam lawyers of Tycko & Zavareei, LLP are prepared to help you understand your rights and potentially receive payment for your actions. Contact our offices today at 202-973-0900 for more information.
The Prevalence of Medicare Fraud
There are a wide variety of fraudulent claims that can be made and many ways that an individual or entity can receive illegal funds from Medicare programs. Some of the specific figures regarding Medicare fraud include:
- Medicare and Medicaid have paid up to $23.7 billion in improper payments
- Medicare and Medicaid have paid up to $60 billion dollars a year in false claims
- In previous years, as many as one third of claims have been fraudulent in some way
- There have been hundreds of thousands of fraudulent claims made on behalf of deceased physicians
Medicare fraud hurts taxpayers and the federal government’s ability to support those in need. By taking legal action against the fraudulent party, you may be able to help many other individuals.
Contact Us
If you are aware of fraud against the government, contact the Qui Tam lawyers of Tycko & Zavareei, LLP at 202-973-0900 to speak to a member of our legal team about your options.
