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Anchorage doctor and husband indicted on federal health care fraud and tax evasion charges
A grand jury has indicted an Anchorage doctor and her husband in a case that allegedly involved deceiving patients about the medications being injected into their bodies. That’s according to an indictment handed up in federal court July 17 against rheumatologist Claribel Tan and her husband Daniel Tan, who did administrative work at his wife’s clinic, charging them with healthcare fraud and tax evasion.
Soldotna Open To First Cycle Of Mini Grant Applications
The City of Soldotna is accepting applications for the Mini-Grant Program from now until August 15. The purpose of the mini-grant program is to recognize the valued contributions being provided through the volunteer efforts of community organizations and agencies on behalf of the community. This the first of two grant cycles opened annually by the city.
Dental health among young Alaska children improved significantly since 2009, report says
Alaska children’s tooth health improved over a decade in nearly all parts of the state, showing that multiple dental initiatives and strategies may be paying off, a new state report said. Among children 3 and younger, tooth decay prevalence is down, as is consumption of sugary beverages, while visits to dental offices for checkups are […] The post Dental health among young Alaska children improved significantly since 2009, report says appeared first on Alaska Beacon.
‘A little crazy is good’: Two women ready to swim portion of Cook Inlet
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Bracing against the cold Cook Inlet water — which averages 56 degrees — Anchorage swimmer Shannon Titzel and Jordan Iverson are jumping in on Wednesday night in hopes of making history. The two swimmers aim to be the first two women to ever swim...
Anchor Point Woman Dies From Injuries Sustained In ATV Crash
An ATV rollover last week claimed the life of a woman in Anchor Point. According to the Alaska State Trooper dispatch on the crash, AST was notified of the rollover on Anchor River Road shortly before 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 16. Troopers and EMS responded to the scene and transported 49-year-old Anchor Point resident Erica Bell to an area hospital with serious injuries.
DOJ accuses Alaska doctor of $10 million in health care fraud
(The Center Square) – An Alaska doctor and her husband are facing federal charges for allegedly filing $10 million in false health care claims, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Rheumatologist Claribel Tan operated a medical clinic in Anchorage along with her husband, Daniel Tan, according to the DOJ. They are accused of misrepresenting the type and dosages of medication given to their patients and creating false medical records. ...
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