What is Pharmaceutical Fraud under the False Claims Act?
Pharmaceutical companies commonly receive reimbursements from the government through the federal Medicare and Medicaid programs, and through state versions of those programs. Some companies fraudulently request reimbursement, or otherwise defraud the government, and are liable for three times the government's damages under the False Claims Act and state false claims acts, such as the California False Claims Act.
Whistleblowers who discover these types of actions may bring a qui tam lawsuit on behalf of the government, and may be eligible for 15-30% of the recovery in the case and protection from employer retaliation.
Pharmaceutical False Claims
A pharmaceutical company is liable under the False Claims Act anytime the government loses money, either directly or indirectly, as a result of the company’s conduct. Pharmaceutical fraud can take a variety of forms, including:
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Charging for drugs not used and returned to pharmacy providers
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Off-label marketing of drugs
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Providing illegal kickbacks to doctors
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Charging prices to the Government that are higher than allowable by law
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Failure to report adverse event reports
Have information about Pharmaceutical False Claims?
If you have information concerning pharmaceutical fraud, please fill out the form to the right or call toll-free (866) 981-4800 to speak with one of our whistleblower attorneys.
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