Three Arrested in Operating Illegal Medical Clinic
Three individuals in Florida were arrested yesterday for allegedly operating an unlicensed clinic in Orlando that was used as part of a personal injury protection (PIP) fraud scheme.
Dr. Lherisson Domond fronted ownership of the clinic, Unity Pain and Injury Center, from February to December 2012, but the clinic was operated by several non-licensed individuals who offered to pay Domond $1,500 a month for use of his name.
An investigation stated the clinic illegally provided medical treatment and physical therapy to individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents. The treatments then were billed to insurers under the patients' personal injury protection insurance coverage.
The investigation further revealed that two other individuals, Nesly Loute and Pierre Alex Herisse, allegedly hired clinic staff and managed its operations. The three arrested individuals face felony charges for fraud, operating an unlicensed clinic and grand theft that carry sentences of up to 30 years.
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