Paul Creech has represented Medicaid Fraud Whistleblowers and protected, navigated and counseled them through the process and into their reward.
What is the federal False Claims Act?
The federal False Claims Act (FCA), 31 U.S.C. §§ 3729 - 3733 permits a whistleblower to file a qui tam lawsuit against a defendant for defrauding the Utah Medicaid Program and rewards the whistleblower with a percentage of the damages recovered. The term qui tam refers to a Latin phrase, meaning that the person sues on behalf of himself or herself and the Government. The Federal False Claims Act are filed in secret “Under Seal” to allow an investigation based on the whistleblower’s information.
Rewards for Whistleblowers
The federal False Claims Act successful whistleblowers with between 15-30% of the recovery. Common Medicaid False Claims Act cases involve unlawful payments by providers to beneficiaries or their families in exchange for the beneficiary receiving Utah Medicaid funded healthcare. Other common frauds against Utah Medicaid involve “up-coding” bills to charge for more services, products, or time spent performing services than were actually performed.
Contact Us For Whistleblower Representation
Contact the Creech Law Firm, PLLC to learn how we may assist in developing your Utah Medicare Whistleblower case. Licensed in Utah and Texas, we represent clients nationwide. Call us at 281-455-7411.