Originally published in Healthcare Michigan, Volume 40, No. 4 J-1 status is a favorite for foreign nationals attending medical resident training programs in the United States. While there are many advantages to the J-1 visa category, one major obstacle remains for J-1 physicians who wish to continue working in the United States—the home residence requirement. Because …
Sixth Circuit Defines False Claims Standards
The Federal False Claims Act (“FCA”) imposes civil liability for presenting a false claim to the government for payment. The Federal Anti-Kickback Statue (“AKS”) prohibits medical providers from making referrals in return for “remuneration.” In a recent decision by the Sixth Court of Appeals, the Court found that a hospital’s decision not to hire an …
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