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Ohio Doctor Sentenced For Conspiring To Accept Kickbacks In Connection With Fraudulent Telemarketing Scheme That Harmed Medicare And TRICARE Patients In Eastern Washington

Vanessa R. Waldref, the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington, announced today that Thomas Andrew Webster, M.D., age 51, of Sylvania, Ohio, pleaded guilty to conspiring to accept kickbacks in connection with a fraudulent telemarketing and medical supply scheme throughout Washington and in other states. United States District Judge Mary K. Dimke imposed a sentence of 24 months in federal custody to be followed by 3 years of supervised release, as well as restitution of $839,566.44. In addition, Judge Dimke imposed a fine of $50,000.

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Action Details

  • Date:August 7, 2024
  • Agency:U.S. Attorney’s Office, Eastern District of Washington
  • Enforcement Types:
    • Criminal and Civil Actions