Miami Healthcare Fraud Defense Lawyer

Healthcare fraud is a felony criminal offense that involves intentionally deceiving the healthcare system to receive unlawful benefits or payments. The FBI and other agencies investigate medical providers, patients, and others suspected of committing this crime. The Baez Law Firm is a local law firm just minutes from the courthouse in downtown Miami. Our highly skilled attorneys are the team you want on your side when you’ve been charged with serious criminal offenses. Contact our experienced Miami healthcare fraud defense lawyers today to understand your rights and find out the important next steps to take to protect yourself and get a positive outcome regarding the charges you are facing.

• Billing for Unnecessary Services
• Billing Fraud Defense
• Distribution of Controlled Substances Defense
• Double Billing Defense
• Duplicate Claim Submissions
• Durable Medical Equipment Fraud Defense
• False & Fraudulent Claims Defense
• Forging Prescription Drugs Defense
• Healthcare False Statements Defense
• Healthcare Fraud Defense
• Incorrect Reporting & Procedures Defense
• Kickbacks Defense
• Mail Fraud Defense
• Medicaid Fraud Defense
• Medically Unnecessary Testing Defense
• Medicare Fraud Defense
• Modifying Medical Records Defense
• Phantom Billing Defense
• Prescription Fraud Defense
• Telehealth Fraud Defense
• Telemedicine Fraud Defense
• Unlawful Prescribing & Dispensing Defense
• Upcoding Defense

What Is Healthcare Fraud?

Healthcare fraud encompasses a variety of illegal activities that aim to defraud healthcare systems, including Medicare and Medicaid. Common examples include:

• Billing for services not rendered: Charging for procedures or tests that were never performed.
• Upcoding: Billing for a more expensive service than the one provided.
• Unbundling: Charging separately for services that should be billed as a single procedure.
• Kickbacks: Accepting or offering payment for patient referrals.
• Falsifying records: Altering or creating false patient records to justify unnecessary tests or treatments.

These actions not only violate federal and state laws but also undermine the integrity of the healthcare system. Prosecutors take these offenses seriously, often seeking severe penalties for those involved.

Penalties for Healthcare Fraud in Florida

If convicted of healthcare fraud in Florida, the penalties can be severe and life-altering. They may include:

• Imprisonment: Federal healthcare fraud convictions can result in up to 10 years in prison for each count, with more severe sentences if the fraud resulted in injury or death.
• Fines: Convicted individuals may face substantial fines, often amounting to hundreds of thousands of dollars.
• Restitution: Defendants may be required to pay back the fraudulent amounts billed to Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurers.
• Professional consequences: Healthcare professionals found guilty of fraud risk losing their licenses and their ability to practice in the future.
• Reputation damage: A healthcare fraud conviction can irreparably harm a professional’s reputation and career.

How The Baez Law Firm Can Help

At The Baez Law Firm in Miami, we understand the high stakes involved in healthcare fraud cases. Our passionate legal team is dedicated to providing the robust defense you need. With access to a network of experts and other resources, we are prepared to go the extra mile to protect your rights and your future.

Our experienced attorneys are well-versed in the complexities of healthcare fraud cases. We can assist you by challenging the evidence being used against you. We meticulously examine the prosecution’s evidence for any weaknesses or inconsistencies. This includes scrutinizing billing records, patient files, and witness testimonies. Our access to medical and billing experts further allows us to provide critical insights that can challenge the prosecution’s claims and support your defense.

If the evidence against you is strong, we work diligently to negotiate a favorable plea deal that minimizes penalties and allows you to move forward with your life. We explore all available options, including diversion programs or settlements, to achieve the best possible outcome for your case. Of course, our team is nationally known for litigation skills, and we never hesitate to take your case to court when going to trial is in your best interest.

Several defenses may be applicable in healthcare fraud cases, including lack of intent, insufficient evidence, mistaken identity, and others. Where appropriate, we build a strong case that demonstrates that any billing errors or discrepancies were unintentional and not part of a deliberate scheme to defraud. We might also argue that the prosecution lacks sufficient evidence to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that fraud occurred. In a hospital, clinic, office practice or other group setting, it is also possible that someone else committed the fraudulent acts, not the accused, and we can work to establish that fact or raise reasonable doubt that the government has arrested and charged the right person.

Personalized Legal Representation in Miami

Every healthcare fraud case is unique, and at The Baez Law Firm, we tailor our approach to meet your specific needs. We believe in open communication, keeping you informed and involved throughout the legal process. Our goal is to provide you with a comprehensive defense strategy that ensures your rights are protected and your case is resolved as favorably as possible.

Contact The Baez Law Firm Today

If you or your practice is facing healthcare fraud charges in Miami, you need a skilled and dedicated legal team on your side. Call The Baez Law Firm today at 800-588-BAEZ or contact us online for a free consultation. Our attorneys and staff speak both English and Spanish and can assist you in your language of choice. Let us put our experience and resources to work for you, fighting to protect your rights, your career, and your future.