Becker's Healthcare February 7, 2025
Stark law enforcement is evolving rapidly, with heightened scrutiny, a record-breaking volume of qui tam lawsuits, and new legal precedents reshaping compliance risks for physicians and ASCs.
From Supreme Court rulings to shifting political landscapes, here are 10 developments that could significantly impact how financial arrangements and referrals are regulated.
1. Record-high number of qui tam lawsuits
The year 2024 saw a surge in whistleblower-driven Stark law enforcement. Seven major Stark law indictments contributed to a record-breaking 979 qui tam lawsuits, with False Claims Act settlements and judgments totaling $2.92 billion by the federal government’s fiscal year-end on Sept. 30. This marks an increase from $2.79 billion in 2023 and is the highest enforcement total since 2021’s $5.69 billion....
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