Centra Health Inc. and Blue Ridge Ear, Nose, Throat, and Plastic Surgery, Inc.

VA 2020 Hospitals / Health Systems
DOJ False Claims Act Anti Kickback Healthcare Fraud
Penalty
$9.3 million

Outcome

Centra Health Inc. and Blue Ridge Ear, Nose, Throat, and Plastic Surgery, Inc. Agree to Pay Nearly $10 Million to Settle False Claims Act Allegations

Details

Centra Health Inc. and Blue Ridge Ear, Nose, Throat, and Plastic Surgery, Inc. — DOJ Enforcement (2020)

Outcome: Centra Health Inc. and Blue Ridge Ear, Nose, Throat, and Plastic Surgery, Inc. Agree to Pay Nearly $10 Million to Settle False Claims Act Allegations

How Crucible Prevents This

Crucible's billing compliance controls enforce documentation-to-claims reconciliation and flag billing anomalies before false claims are submitted. Crucible monitors referral patterns and financial arrangements to flag potential anti-kickback violations. Crucible's healthcare compliance layer enforces proper documentation, eligibility verification, and claims accuracy.

Source: DOJ Press Release — Centra Health Inc. and Blue Ridge Ear, Nose, Throat, and Plastic Surgery, Inc. Agree to Pay Nearly $10 Million to Settle False Claims Act Allegations

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