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DOJ Brings Nationwide False Claims Act Lawsuit Against CVS for Alleged Violations of Controlled Substances Act

By Theresa Androff, Brian Irving & Lisa Rivera on January 14, 2025
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On December 13, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) intervened in a False Claims Act (FCA) lawsuit alleging that CVS Pharmacy Inc. and its subsidiaries improperly sought federal reimbursement for prescriptions filled in violation of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).

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Photo of Theresa Androff Theresa Androff

Drawing on her experience at the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Theresa Androff represents clients facing government and internal investigations, with a particular focus on fraud and abuse matters in the healthcare industry including drug diversions and related compliance under the Controlled…

Drawing on her experience at the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Theresa Androff represents clients facing government and internal investigations, with a particular focus on fraud and abuse matters in the healthcare industry including drug diversions and related compliance under the Controlled Substances Act and the Food, Drug and Cosmetics Act. She works closely with companies on compliance and investigations alleging violations of federal and state Stark Laws, the Anti-Kickback Statute, and the False Claims Act.

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Photo of Brian Irving Brian Irving

Brian Irving represents businesses and individuals in complex litigation and government investigations, focusing on healthcare fraud, securities fraud, and business disputes. Brian’s clients span a variety of industries, including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, government contracting, and financial services. Brian has successfully represented clients in federal…

Brian Irving represents businesses and individuals in complex litigation and government investigations, focusing on healthcare fraud, securities fraud, and business disputes. Brian’s clients span a variety of industries, including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, government contracting, and financial services. Brian has successfully represented clients in federal and state courts at both the trial and appellate levels, and in arbitrations and other forms of alternative dispute resolution.

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Photo of Lisa Rivera Lisa Rivera

A former federal prosecutor and current co-chair of the firm’s Compliance & Government Investigations Practice Group, Lisa Rivera’s practice focuses on advising healthcare providers, pharmaceutical manufacturers, medical device companies and other clients on matters related to civil and criminal healthcare fraud and abuse…

A former federal prosecutor and current co-chair of the firm’s Compliance & Government Investigations Practice Group, Lisa Rivera’s practice focuses on advising healthcare providers, pharmaceutical manufacturers, medical device companies and other clients on matters related to civil and criminal healthcare fraud and abuse, as well as government investigations and enforcement.

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    Inside the False Claims Act
  • Organization:
    Bass, Berry & Sims PLC
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