The motion to dismiss 38 counts against Dewey C. MacKay, MD, came the day before his trial was to begin in federal court. Dr. MacKay’s attorney called the motion “favorable” for his client and said it showed prosecutors had a weak case.
The 64-year-old orthopedic surgeon was indicted a year ago on 129 counts related to allegedly prescribing more than 1.9 million hydrocodone pills and nearly 1.6 million oxycodone pills from 2005-2009. Prosecutors charged that he saw 100-120 patients a day, running them through four exam rooms every three to five minutes.
Read the Salt Lake Tribune report on pill mills.
Related Articles on Overprescribing Pain Medications:
Trial to Begin for Utah Orthopedic Surgeon Accused of Over-Prescribing Pain Medication
How Pain Management Clinics Differ From Pill Mills: 6 Points
Florida’s Surgeon General Signs Prescription Drug Monitoring Program Into Effect
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.