Monday, October 8, 2012
Anaheim doctor arrested in U.S. fraud sweep
Dr. Sri J. Wijegunaratne is among 18 Southern California residents facing prosecution in connection with six cases of Medicare fraud, totaling $65 million.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Kristen Williams said at least some patients received wheelchairs, although they did not need them.
According to the indictment, the company billed Medicare for $1.5 million and was paid $979,000. The alleged fraud took place from 2007 to early 2012.
Read More: http://www.ocregister.com/articles/fraud-373642-medicare-million.html
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