In fiscal year 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that it recouped over $2.9 billion through settlements and judgments under the False Claims Act (FCA). This marks a 30% increase compared to the previous two years. Here are some key points:
- Healthcare Fraud: The majority of the recoveries, approximately $1.67 billion, were related to healthcare fraud, including issues like the opioid epidemic, unnecessary services, Medicare Advantage fraud, and unlawful kickbacks.
- Qui Tam Lawsuits: Whistleblowers filed a record-high 979 qui tam lawsuits, which is the highest number ever in a single year. These whistleblower actions accounted for over $2.4 billion of the total recoveries.
- Other Fraud Areas: Recoveries in non-healthcare and non-defense areas saw a significant increase, amounting to $1.15 billion, mainly driven by pandemic-related fraud.
- Cybersecurity Fraud: The DOJ also highlighted recoveries related to cybersecurity fraud, reflecting its ongoing focus on compliance with cybersecurity requirements in government contracts and grants.
Overall, the DOJ’s efforts in fiscal year 2024 demonstrate a strong commitment to combating fraud and protecting taxpayer funds.
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