Settlement reached with Holdings company and paid to the United States; the Relator received 20% of the funds ($4000,000.00) plus her costs and attorney fees.

Allegations included that HCA submitted laboratory claims for low density lipids (LDL) when the tests were not ordered and/or medically necessary at four Florida hospitals.  They also contended that claims were submitted for fetal biophysical profiles with non-stress codes, then additionally submitted another claim for a standalone non-stress test at one of the Florida hospitals during the period of January 1, 2007 through September 26, 2014.  – “This office has made a substantial commitment to combating fraud.  Our commitment has made this district one of the leaders on behalf of the whistleblowers.  We hope that those who commit fraud will recognize that it is our goal to make the consequences more than just the cost of doing business.” – Bill Nettles

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