Attorney General Bonta Combats Medi-Cal Fraud, Securing a $10 Million Settlement Against Southern California Provider
OAKLAND — Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced a settlement with the owners of R&B Medical Group, Universal Diagnostic Laboratories, and Southern California Medical Center for submitting false claims to the Medicare and Medi-Cal programs. The settlement resolves allegations that Dr. Mohammad Rasekhi and his wife, Sheila Busheri engaged in a kickback scheme and made self-referrals during the years between 2014 and 2021. As part of today's settlement, Dr. Mohammad Rasekhi and Sheila Busheri, will pay a total of $10 million, with the State of California receiving $4 million and the federal government receiving $6 million.
Action Details
- Date:January 2, 2025
- Agency:State of California
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Enforcement Types:
- State Enforcement Agencies