Ocala Neurologist Agrees To Pay $800,000 To Resolve Allegations Of Prescribing Medically Unnecessary And Unreasonable Drugs
Orlando, FL – Acting United States Attorney Karin Hoppmann announces that Florida Neurological Center, LLC and its owner, Dr. Lance Kim (61, Ocala), have agreed to pay $800,000 to resolve allegations that Dr. Kim prescribed medically unnecessary and unreasonable prescription drugs, specifically, Acthar Gel, which cost the Medicare program approximately $35,000 each time Dr. Kim prescribed a five-day supply.
Action Details
- Date:July 16, 2021
- Agency:U.S. Attorney’s Office, Middle District of Florida
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Enforcement Types:
- Criminal and Civil Actions