TAMPA, Florida — Allin IP DX LLC, a Sarasota-based laboratory, has agreed to pay $980,000 to settle allegations of violating the Anti-Kickback Statute and False Claims Act, according to U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe.
The United States alleges that between January 2 and June 15, 2023, Allin IP DX LLC paid independent marketers for the referral of lab specimens, leading to false claims submitted to Medicare, in violation of federal laws. The company voluntarily disclosed this conduct and cooperated with the government’s investigation by providing detailed information, stated the source.
The Anti-Kickback Statute prohibits financial incentives for referrals of services covered by federally funded healthcare programs, aiming to ensure medical decisions are based on patient needs rather than improper financial motives. “This settlement is a reflection of our commitment to protect our healthcare programs and deter those who violate federal laws at the expense of our taxpayers,” said U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe…