National Health Care Fraud Takedown Results in 324 Defendants Charged in Connection with Over $14.6 Billion in Alleged Fraud

 

A short post today, as the real info is from the link.  As distressing as it is for me to say this, healthcare fraud exists.  Doctors bill for procedures they haven't performed or bill a more expensive procedure than the one that was performed.   The problem doesn't always involve doctors.  Sometimes it's done by other professionals in the healthcare sector.

The problem erodes trust in people that are supposed to above this sort thing.  It's sad, but human nature is human nature and there will always be some bad apples.  However, it's good to know that people who do these sort of things don't always get away with it.  I happened to come across this story recently and I was stunned at the numbers involved.  This is more than twice the number which set the previous record, which was $6 billion.

Below is the first paragraph from the Department of Justice page that announces this.  If you'd like to read the full press release with a lot more detail, you can find it at this link.  

The Justice Department today announced the results of its 2025 National Health Care Fraud Takedown, which resulted in criminal charges against 324 defendants, including 96 doctors, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and other licensed medical professionals, in 50 federal districts and 12 State Attorneys General’s Offices across the United States, for their alleged participation in various health care fraud schemes involving over $14.6 billion in intended loss. The Takedown involved federal and state law enforcement agencies across the country and represents an unprecedented effort to combat health care fraud schemes that exploit patients and taxpayers.

 

The DSO market continues to expand.  Here's a news story on some new expansion...

EPIC4 Specialty Partners Welcomes Beecroft Orthodontics to Its Growing Network of Leading Specialty Practices Scottsbluff, NE – EPIC4 Specialty Partners is proud to welcome Beecroft Orthodontics, one of Virginia’s most respected orthodontic groups, to its expanding national network of doctor-led specialty practices.

Founded in 2012 by Dr. Matt Beecroft, the practice began with a single office in Spotsylvania, Virginia. Through a series of strategic acquisitions and a relentless commitment to exceptional patient experiences, Beecroft Orthodontics has grown to include eight locations across the state, serving communities in Fredericksburg, Stafford, Arlington, Woodbridge, Ruckersville, Charlottesville, Mechanicsville, and Glen Allen.

“Beecroft Orthodontics exemplifies what EPIC4 was built for, practices that deliver clinical excellence while staying deeply connected to their patients and communities,” said Dr. Sami Webb, CEO at EPIC4 Specialty Partners. “We’re thrilled to partner with a team that leads with integrity, hospitality, and vision.”

Known for their “How can we make you smile?” philosophy, Beecroft Orthodontics has set itself apart through personalized service, forward-thinking treatment options; including braces, Invisalign, in-house aligners, and Botox and a high-performing team led by Dr. Beecroft and David Richardson (CEO).

“From our first conversations, it was clear EPIC4 wasn’t just another DSO model,” said Dr. Matt Beecroft Orthodontics. “They took the time to know us as people, not just a practice. Joining EPIC4 gives us a seat at the table and a real opportunity to shape something meaningful.”

Beecroft Orthodontics joins EPIC4’s growing family of premier specialty practices committed to collaborative growth, clinical autonomy, and building lasting legacies.

EPIC4 Specialty Partners is redefining the DSO model for orthodontic and pediatric specialists. Built by doctors for doctors, EPIC4 offers a true partnership, providing strategic, operational, and financial support while preserving each practice’s clinical autonomy and culture. With a fast-growing network of high-performing practices nationwide, EPIC4 empowers doctors to grow intentionally, lead confidently, and focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional patient care.

For more information about Beecroft Orthodontics, visit: [www.beecroftorthodontics.com]
To learn more about EPIC4 Specialty Partners, visit: [www.epic4partners.com]