Marlan WilbanksMarlan Wilbanks, founding partner of Wilbanks & Gouinlock, was recently featured on the Stark Integrity podcast hosted by Bob Wade, a nationally recognized expert on healthcare compliance. During the episode, Marlan shared his insights on prosecuting healthcare fraud under the False Claims Act (FCA), focusing on cases involving Stark Law violations and the Anti-Kickback Statute.
Marlan detailed how improper financial relationships between physicians and healthcare entities—central to Stark Law violations—can give rise to significant liability under the False Claims Act. He explained how whistleblower-initiated lawsuits often uncover compensation arrangements or referral schemes that violate federal law and lead to large government recoveries.
Drawing on his experience leading record-setting FCA settlements, Marlan offered real-world examples of how Stark Law violations are identified, investigated, and litigated. His discussion highlighted the importance of strong whistleblower counsel and strategic collaboration with the Department of Justice in holding healthcare providers accountable.
The podcast episode is a valuable listen for compliance professionals, attorneys, and healthcare executives seeking a deeper understanding of how Stark Law violations contribute to federal enforcement actions under the False Claims Act.
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