Medical device maker projects $18M to settle FCA violations alleged by former CCO
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Aaron Nicodemus2020-07-20T16:02:00
Evidence of kickbacks and bribes brought to light by a whistleblower and former chief compliance officer has led Merit Medical Systems to reach an estimated $18 million agreement in principle with the DOJ to settle False Claims Act allegations.
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