The settlement covers five whistleblower lawsuits filed on behalf of the federal government. The lawsuits say that the company provided free services and equipment to medical equipment suppliers, sleep labs and other health care providers in violation of the federal False Claims Act.
“Paying any type of illegal remuneration to induce patient referrals undermines the integrity of our nation’s health care system,”
In a statement, the company said it settled to avoid “the expense, inconvenience and distraction" of continuing the legal fight.
“We have always acted in good faith with patients and our valued customers, and we do not expect this to impact our relationship with either," the statement said.
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