Summary

In this episode of the Compliance Guy podcast, Sean interviews attorney Andrew Feldman, who specializes in federal healthcare fraud cases. They discuss Andrew's recent trial victory, the impact of COVID-19 on healthcare fraud, and the legal challenges surrounding COVID testing and medical necessity. The conversation also touches on prosecutorial challenges, ethical considerations in healthcare law, and future trends in healthcare fraud and compliance.

Takeaways

• Andrew Feldman is a talented attorney specializing in healthcare fraud.
• Recent trial victories highlight the importance of effective legal defense.
• Cross-examination can significantly impact trial outcomes.
• COVID-19 has changed the landscape of healthcare fraud investigations.
• Labs are under increased scrutiny from federal payer programs.
• The government prioritizes certain healthcare fraud cases based on data mining.
• Medical necessity is a complex issue in healthcare fraud cases.
• Prosecutors face challenges in understanding the nuances of healthcare law.
• Ethical considerations are crucial in prosecuting healthcare fraud cases.
• Future trends indicate ongoing scrutiny in healthcare compliance and fraud.

Here is a link to the case discussed on this episode: Feldman Firm Obtains Complete Acquittal in 65 Million Dollar Health Care Fraud and Kickback Trial – Andrew Feldman Attorney At Law