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Southern California doctor sentenced to prison for $45 million Medicare fraud scheme

Derek Johnson
Derek Johnson
Derek Johnson
Sports Reporter · Youngstown, OH

Derek Johnson has been covering high school sports in the Mahoning Valley for the last eight years and is a proud graduate of Youngstown State University. His deep knowledge of local teams and players allows him to write with authenticity and passion, bringing the thrill of the game to life.

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Sports Reporter · Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 10:05 PM · 1 min read
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Southern California doctor sentenced to prison for $45 million Medicare fraud scheme — Youngstown Health news

A Southern California doctor was sentenced to 15 years in prison for defrauding Medicare out of more than $45 million and using the money to fund a luxury lifestyle.

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