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United States Settles False Claims Act Allegations Against 21st Century Oncology For Nearly $34.7 Million

United States Attorney A. Lee Bentley, III announces that the government has formally settled a lawsuit brought by a whistle-blower alleging that one of the nation's largest radiation oncology providers, 21st Century Oncology, has agreed to settle allegations that they performed and billed for procedures that were not medically necessary. Pursuant to the settlement agreement, 21st Century shall pay the United States $34,695,243 to resolve these allegations. Headquartered in Fort Myers, 21st Century has offices in 16 states.

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Action Details

  • Date:March 8, 2016
  • Agency:U.S. Attorney
  • Enforcement Types:
    • Criminal and Civil Actions