Fairfax, Virginia Healthcare Fraud Defense Attorneys

Skilled Lawyers Defending Against Healthcare Fraud Charges in Fairfax, VA

If you have been accused of healthcare fraud in Virginia, you could end up in real trouble with the law. Healthcare fraud can take many different forms, and doctors, medical institutions, and their patients can be charged with different offenses. Depending on the circumstances, a case of healthcare fraud might even be charged at the federal level. Working with an expereinced attorney is critical for safeguarding your best interests before an unsympathetic court.

At Robinson Law, PLLC, our lawyers have experience defending clients who have been charged with white collar crimes, including complex fraud charges. Our unwavering dedication to our clients has resulted in our firm being named as Client Champions by Martindale, and we have also received recognition in the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers Association. When you work with our firm to defend against allegations of healthcare fraud, you can take comfort knowing that you will receive quality representation and counsel.

What Counts as Healthcare Fraud?

Healthcare fraud can range from subtle deception to elaborate acts of theft, such as:

• Staging an accident for insurance benefits
• Charging a patient for services never rendered
• Accepting kickback payments for doctor referrals
• Carrying out unnecessary treatments for a patient
• Overcharging or double billing for medical procedures
• Falsifying medical records

Federal Charges for Healthcare Fraud

A charge of healthcare fraud can fall to the federal government's jurisdiction to prosecute if the offense involved a federal benefit program. To secure a conviction, the prosecution must prove that you had the intent to defraud beyond reasonable doubt. If you are found guilty of federal healthcare fraud, you could face up to 10 years in federal prison, or 20 years if the act of healthcare fraud resulted in somebody else's injury or death. Moreover, conspiracy to commit healthcare fraud will result in the same punishments.

Defenses Against Allegations of Healthcare Fraud

Becoming the subject of a criminal investigation can be frightening, but with the help of a skilled and experienced lawyer, you can formulate a strategy to have your charges reduced or possibly dismissed. At Robinson Law, PLLC, we can advocate for you to make sure your side of the story is heard in court.

As previously mentioned, healthcare fraud requires intent. Simple mistakes and clerical errors can raise red flags even if you went in with the best of intentions. If the prosecution does not have sufficient evidence to prove a motive for the alleged crime, we will highlight that in court to weaken the case against you. We can help you show that you acted in good faith when carrying out a supposedly unnecessary medical procedure, which would not constitute intent to defraud.

We may also be able to cite procedural errors as a reason to have evidence against you dismissed in court. If law enforcement overstepped their bounds in violation of your Fourth Amendment rights to secure evidence against you, such as searching your home without a warrant or your given consent, our attorneys can take steps to have the illegally seized evidence dismissed.

We strongly advise you to seek out legal representation when fighting charges of healthcare fraud. At Robinson Law, PLLC, we have access to financial experts and investigators who can uncover evidence to support your case, and our attorneys are well-versed in the complicated laws and statutes that govern these cases.

Meet With a Fairfax Healthcare Fraud Defense Lawyer

Whether you are a doctor, nurse, surgeon, or patient, a conviction on charges of healthcare fraud can wreak havoc on your life. At Robinson Law, PLLC, our Fairfax criminal defense attorneys are more than qualified to represent you, and we have received more than 350 5-star ratings and positive reviews from satisfied clients. To arrange a free consultation today, contact us at 703-844-3746.