Fresno-Based Community Health System Agree to Pay $31.5 Million to Resolve Allegations of False Claims Act Violations
Community Health System and its affiliate Physician Network Advantage Inc. have agreed to pay $31.5 million to the United States to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act based on financial benefits provided to referring physicians, Acting U.S. Attorney Michele Beckwith announced today. Community Health System operates in Fresno County and includes hospitals Community Regional Medical Center and Clovis Community Medical Center.
Action Details
- Date:May 14, 2025
- Agency:U.S. Attorney's Office, Eastern District of California
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Enforcement Types:
- Criminal and Civil Actions