The federal False Claims Act makes it unlawful to retaliate against or fire an employee who has reported Medicare fraud in the certain circumstances that the law covers. What this means is depending on what you report about Medicare fraud and who you report it to you may be protected from retaliation or firing. You should consult with a qualified whistleblower lawyer regarding your situation.

Can I be fired for reporting Medicare fraud?

 

A: The federal False Claims Act makes it unlawful to retaliate against or fire an employee who has reported Medicare fraud in the certain circumstances that the law covers.  What this means is depending on what you report about Medicare fraud and who you report it to you may be protected from retaliation or firing.  You should consult with a qualified whistleblower lawyer regarding your situation.