Do I Need a Healthcare Whistleblower Attorney?

There are several benefits of hiring a healthcare whistleblower attorney. A healthcare whistleblower is an individual who reports evidence or a reasonable suspicion of wrongdoing in the healthcare industry. A health care whistleblower may be a former or current employee. You can pursue legal action, regardless of whether you are an insider and/or outspoken critic. Employees who report dangers to public safety and health are protected by the Federal False Claims Act. In New York, an employee can make a disclosure about a policy or practice to their supervisor or to a public body. The employee's belief must be reasonable.

First, the law gives you protection. Your employer must stop you from reporting healthcare fraud. If you do, you may be liable for the damages you suffered and for your injuries or the health of the public. It is important to hire a qualified healthcare whistleblower attorney to represent you in this matter. You will be protected from any unauthorized disclosures. Your privacy is protected.

The healthcare whistleblower's role is to expose fraudulent practices by healthcare entities. For example, the whistleblower reports that fraudulent prescription drug marketing schemes are taking place. Other examples are false risk adjustment claims, wherein the health provider exaggerates the condition of a patient to gain favorable reimbursement. Other examples of healthcare fraud include billing for services that were not provided or unnecessary. Generally, these whistleblowers also report some form of upcoding.

While it is not necessary to retain a healthcare whistleblower attorney, it is a wise idea. There are many benefits associated with hiring an attorney. Nolan, Auerbach & White has recovered more than $2B in damages from healthcare providers. These attorneys can also help you avoid expensive Qui Tam lawsuits, and establish effective internal monitoring processes. And while the rewards of a healthcare whistleblower are often substantial, they are also not without risk.

You can file a qui-tam lawsuit against a healthcare provider if you have information about them. False Claims Act provides protection for the federal government and allows individuals to receive rewards. When this happens, the government is protected and the employees involved are protected. The total damages are compensated between 15% and 25%. The benefits of a qui tam claim can be substantial.

In addition to federal and state laws, healthcare whistleblowers are also protected under New York state law. Stark Law forbids doctors from referring patients to family members or business partners. Typically, this type of practice involves diagnostic, therapeutic, or supply services. This means that any healthcare provider can be held accountable for the illegal activity. Patients who refuse to cooperate are also protected by the statute.

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