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AG Healey Sues Orthodontist for Keeping Children in Braces Longer Than Medically Necessary

BOSTON — Attorney General Maura Healey’s Office today filed a lawsuit against an orthodontist for fraudulently submitting millions of dollars in false claims to the state’s Medicaid program, MassHealth, including by keeping children in braces for longer than medically necessary and deceptively billing for mouth guards.

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Action Details

  • Date:March 1, 2021
  • Agency:Massachusetts Attorney General
  • Enforcement Types:
    • State Enforcement Agencies