Medicare Fraud

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Medicare Fraud Lawyer South Florida

Defense for Medicare Fraud in South Florida

Medicare fraud is a type of white-collar crime. And since Medicare is a Federal health insurance program, it may also be charged as a Federal felony. That means conviction can have serious, life-changing consequences—huge fines, jail time, loss of constitutional rights, and more.

No matter what the allegations are, it’s very important that you work with a knowledgeable and experienced Medicare fraud lawyer in South Florida. This is particularly true if you’ve been placed under arrest. Don’t wait to retain the services of Frank Schwartz, P.A. We will fight tooth and nail to defend you!

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What Is Medicare Fraud?

Under Federal law, Medicare fraud/abuse comprises a variety of wrongful practices, such as submitting false claims or creating false medical records. Medicare Part A, B, and D may each be the subject of fraud or abuse. Below are some of the most common Medicare frauds.

Types of Medicare Provider Fraud

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Medicare Patient Fraud and Abuse Charges

At Frank Schwartz, P.A., we defend both providers and patients charged with fraud.

Here are a few of the most common Medicare fraud charges we defend patients against:

If you are under investigation or have already been accused, it’s important that you contact our South Florida Medicare fraud attorney immediately. We stand ready to fight for your rights.

Penalties for Medicare Fraud

If you’re convicted of Medicare fraud, the penalties can be astronomical:

How Is Medicare Fraud Prosecuted?

Working together with Federal, state, and law enforcement agencies, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) investigates and prosecutes Medicare fraud. With so many different agencies involved, every Medicare fraud investigation will take a different amount of time.

The courts take health insurance fraud very seriously, especially since a conviction could end your career. Sadly, the prosecution often pursues harsher penalties than called for. That means your rights, your freedom, and your future could be on the line.

We are committed to reducing the impact of your criminal case, such as by getting charges dropped or penalties lowered. We’ll work to protect you and your future!

Helping Clients Win Medicare Fraud Cases in Florida

Medicare fraud investigations can be highly intrusive and leave you encountering high fines. Our legal team at Frank Schwartz, P.A. will stand with you to ensure the highest level of protection of your rights, as well as defend your freedom. We do not shy away from trial courts, but we also work to settle cases out of court when possible.

With your case in our hands, you can feel confident knowing a skilled criminal defense team is working in your best interest. While no firm can guarantee victory, we will work to put the odds in your favor. We will use all our resources, explore every avenue, and do everything we can to protect your rights!

Call (786) 648-7983 to speak to a South Florida Medicare fraud lawyer in a free consultation.

Related Medicare Fraud Law Violations

Medicare fraud may also lead to various law violations, some of which include:

Defenses for Medicare Fraud Allegations

There are many defenses that can be used in health care fraud cases. Lack of evidence and lack of criminal intent are two of the most common.

At Frank Schwartz, P.A., we will work one-on-one with you to build a strong, personalized Medicare fraud defense strategy.

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