Ms. Beckwith pleaded guilty to the charge that she provided hyperbaric oxygen therapy at the International Alternative Medicine clinic. According to the report, Ms. Beckwith, who does not have a medical license, provided therapy to patients between 2003 and 2007 who had no diagnosed medical conditions that made them eligible to receive payments under healthcare programs.
Ms. Beckwith submitted $1.58 million in false claims to insurance companies and Medicare using false diagnosis codes, according to the report. In addition to prison time and the fine, she will also perform 50 hours of community service.
Read the Business Chronicle’s report about the Georgia hyperbaric oxygen therapy healthcare fraud scheme.
At the Becker’s 32nd Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, taking place October 29-31 in Chicago, ASC leaders, surgeons and healthcare executives will explore strategies to drive growth, enhance operational performance, navigate reimbursement challenges and prepare for the future of ambulatory surgery. Apply for complimentary registration now.
