The practice, along with Kenneth Wiseman, DO, and Steven Schmidt, DO, allegedly submitted unsupported diagnosis codes from Jan. 1, 2015, to Dec. 31, 2018. The practice submitted morbid obesity diagnosis codes while the patients had a body mass index under 35.
The government also alleges the practice’s submission of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease diagnoses were not medically supported, among other false claims.
Read more about the alleged false claims here.
At the Becker’s 32nd Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, taking place October 29-31 in Chicago, ASC leaders, surgeons and healthcare executives will explore strategies to drive growth, enhance operational performance, navigate reimbursement challenges and prepare for the future of ambulatory surgery. Apply for complimentary registration now.