Physicians as Whistleblowers
Serving Clients Nationwide
While most members of the healthcare sector deal honestly and fulfill their obligations under the law, healthcare fraud is still prevalent and costly for both federal and state governments. Often, physicians are in a position to report instances of fraud, kickbacks, and Stark Statute violations because they may work or have contact with unscrupulous healthcare providers. However, some do not take the opportunity to become a whistleblower because of legitimate fears about the potential impact on their careers.
Because healthcare fraud is often difficult to detect or prove without insider knowledge, physician whistleblowers are highly valued as intelligent, credible, and knowledgeable individuals in qui tam lawsuits. Often, physicians have access to key documents without which proving healthcare fraud in court would be extremely difficult, if not impossible. Physician whistleblowers are also able to analyze and explain the sometimes complex and technical medical documents they provide. Their insider knowledge and testimony can be invaluable in securing a positive outcome in a qui tam case.
Becoming a Whistleblower
If you are a physician and have knowledge of fraud or wrongdoing by any party in the healthcare sector, you may be uniquely qualified to initiate a qui tam action. While fears about coming forward may be justified, the law provides specific protections for whistleblowers against retaliation. Physician whistleblowers provide an invaluable service to the government and to the public, recovering badly needed healthcare funding and protecting patients from unscrupulous pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, and healthcare providers.
If you are seriously considering becoming a whistleblower, the law firm of Kenney & McCafferty is ready to help. Our qui tam attorneys have experience in high-profile qui tam cases nationwide, and we have the knowledge to work with the Department of Justice to secure a positive result that will maximize your whistleblower reward. Kenney & McCafferty understands the risks you take in reporting healthcare fraud, and we work to ensure your protection under the protection provisions of the False Claims Act. Your insider knowledge and medical training may be the key to stopping healthcare fraud.
If you have knowledge of a fraud or false claim against the government, please contact our qui tam lawyers today. Kenney & McCafferty attorneys will consult with you about your case, without obligation. All communications with Kenney & McCafferty attorneys during these consultation services are confidential and protected by the attorney-client privilege.
