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Pocatello Doctor Pays $96,000 to Settle Allegations That He Wrote Unlawful Prescriptions

POCATELLO – Dr. Gerald Knouf, a family medicine doctor formerly of Pocatello, Idaho, agreed to pay $96,000 to resolve allegations that he wrote unlawful prescriptions, prescribed dangerous combinations of drugs, and billed Medicare and Medicaid for services that were not performed, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced today. The settlement also restricts Dr. Knouf’s DEA registration for five years.

Read more on www.justice.gov

Action Details

  • Date:April 3, 2024
  • Agency:U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Idaho
  • Enforcement Types:
    • Criminal and Civil Actions