A doctor has been indicted on federal charges for allegedly orchestrating a fraudulent scheme involving the popular weight-loss drug Ozempic, according to court documents.
Details of the Alleged Scheme
The indictment, unsealed on Tuesday, accuses the physician of prescribing the medication without legitimate medical need and billing insurance companies for unnecessary tests and procedures.
Prosecutors allege the doctor exploited the high demand for Ozempic, a diabetes drug widely used off-label for weight loss, to generate substantial revenue through fraudulent claims.
Charges and Potential Penalties
The physician faces multiple counts of healthcare fraud and could face decades in prison if convicted. The case is part of a broader crackdown on misuse of the drug.
Authorities have not disclosed the total amount of fraudulent claims, but the investigation remains ongoing.
