Western District of Washington: Largest Ever Nationwide Healthcare Fraud Takedown Includes Two Cases From Western Washington
Criminal case against Anesthesiology Resident for drug diversion and civil case against a provider billing for unapproved treatments
Seattle –Today, Acting United States Attorney Teal Luthy Miller announced criminal charges against a resident at Seattle Children’s Hospital, UW Medical Center, and Harborview, and a civil settlement with a medical practice as part of the Department of Justice’s 2025 National Health Care Fraud Takedown. The criminal charge stems from the criminal complaint filed against an anesthesiology resident who diverted narcotic pain medication for his own use. The civil settlement is with a company that billed federal medical programs for medications that were considered experimental and not approved for the diagnoses.
Action Details
- Date:June 30, 2025
- Agency:U.S. Attorney's Office, Western District of Washington
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Enforcement Types:
- Criminal and Civil Actions