In my world involving allegations of nursing home abuse and neglect, one of the more disturbing trends I’m seeing and influx of cases involving altered and forged records. Sure, there are cases where we consult with a forensic document examiner, but having every set of medical records examined by a forensic expert, just isn’t practical… Continue Reading
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At Fraud Trial Involving A Home Health Agency, The Real Losers Are The Patients Who Miss Out On Care
Posted in Home Health AgencyA fraud trial pending in Federal Court in Philadelphia is providing glimpse into the sad world of fraud amongst home health care agencies. The trial involved four employees of MultiEthnic Behavior Services, Inc., a now defunct home health care agency, who were billing for home nursing services that they never provided. The fraud was discovered… Continue Reading
Nursing Home Worker Faces Up To 386 Years In Prison Related To Identity Theft Charges
Posted in National Nursing Home IssuesThe report of a Virginia nursing home worked allegedly stealing the identities of nine residents at two facilities to fraudulently obtain credit cards and merchandise raises the issue of how well nursing homes safeguard personal information. In this particular case, Karen Priscilla Jones was indicted by a federal grand jury on 32 counts– including 18… Continue Reading