Tests were already covered by inpatient admissions.
Patients were ineligible to receive glucometers.
They helped manufacture false claims costing millions.
Man sentenced to 15 years in federal prison.
Telemedicine fraud scheme included fake medical records.
After plea, he got a year of probation, a fine, and $2.1 million in restitution.
He reportedly wanted a patient who was no longer profitable to “go bye-bye.”
Patients received equipment they didn’t request or need.
The Federal Trade Commission offers tips.
He bundled COVID-19 testing with other tests that patients didn’t need.
Stories report she hid costs of treatments from patients.
Government said they billed for more units or levels than they performed.