U.S. Attorney Announces $25.5 Million
Outcome
OIG enforcement action against U.S. Attorney Announces $25.5 Million for false claims, kickbacks. Penalty: $25.5 million.
Details
U.S. Attorney Announces $25.5 Million — OIG Enforcement (2026)
OIG took enforcement action against U.S. Attorney Announces $25.5 Million in NY in 2026 involving false claims, kickbacks violations in the DME Suppliers sector.
Penalty: $25.5 million
Violation types: False Claims, Kickbacks
Entity type: Dme Supplier
Penalty type: Criminal
Location: NY
Source: U.S. Attorney Announces $25.5 Million Settlement With Durable Medical Equipment Supplier Lincare Inc. For Fraudulent Billing Practices
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