Canajoharie, N.Y.-based dentist Martin Sorbero, DDS, was sentenced to 16 months in prison for healthcare fraud, according to WRGB Albany.
According to investigators, Dr. Sorbero forged several patient signatures and submitted $11,000 in false insurance claims. One of his fraud scheme victims includes a deceased woman.
Dr. Sorbero was fined $10,000. He already paid $125,000 in restitution.
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According to investigators, Dr. Sorbero forged several patient signatures and submitted $11,000 in false insurance claims. One of his fraud scheme victims includes a deceased woman.
Dr. Sorbero was fined $10,000. He already paid $125,000 in restitution.
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