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Ambulance Company And Its Owners Agree To Pay $900,000 To Settle False Claims Act Allegations Of Medically Unnecessary Ambulance Services

Tampa, FL – United States Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe announces that Courtesy Transport Services, LLC (“Courtesy”) and its owners, Melanie Burger and Dr. John Milanick, have agreed to collectively pay $900,000 to resolve allegations that they defrauded Medicare and Medicaid by billing for ambulance transportation services that were not medically necessary or not actually provided. The settlement amounts for Courtesy and Melanie Burger are based on their ability to pay.

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Action Details

  • Date:July 1, 2025
  • Agency:U.S. Attorney's Office, Middle District of Florida
  • Enforcement Types:
    • Criminal and Civil Actions