These settlements, which have recovered nearly $5 million in overpayments and penalties, demonstrate the government's strong commitment to protecting the Medicare system. We will continue to scrutinize medical providers' billing to ensure compliance with medical coding guidelines and to protect every taxpayer's investment in the Medicare system. |
U.S. taxpayers are asked to carry a significant burden during times of war. But they will not be asked to tolerate merchants of war who seek to profit unlawfully from legitimate wartime expenditures. |