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DOJ Resolves Allegations Tacoma Spine Surgeon Billed For Unnecessary Surgeries

Seattle – U.S. Attorney Tessa M. Gorman today announced the resolution of a False Claims Act qui tam matter alleging a Tacoma physician billed government insurance programs for medically unnecessary spinal surgeries. CHI Franciscan Health and St. Joseph Medical Center will pay $745,654 to resolve the matter and former Orthopedic Surgeon Kevin Schoenfelder will pay $197,054 to resolve the case.

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Action Details

  • Date:May 7, 2024
  • Agency:U.S. Attorney's Office, Western District of Washington
  • Enforcement Types:
    • Criminal and Civil Actions