Q: Can hospital and hospice claim defense in hospice fraud by fake identities and records?
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Hospitals and hospices may attempt to claim a defense in cases of hospice fraud involving fake identities and records, but the success of such a defense would depend on the specific circumstances. They might argue that they were unaware of the fraudulent activities, especially if the fraud was perpetrated by individuals within or associated with the institution without the knowledge of leadership.
However, institutions are typically held to strict standards of oversight and responsibility. If it can be shown that the hospital or hospice failed in its duty to properly verify patient identities or monitor records, they may still be held liable for negligence.
If you are dealing with a situation involving potential hospice fraud, it's important to gather all the relevant evidence and understand how the fraud occurred to determine who is responsible.
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