New Jersey Doctor Admits Insurance Fraud
A New Jersey doctor pleaded guilty Thursday to falsifying medical records and insurance claims.
Dr. Farouk Al-Salihi, of Jersey City, admitted making the fraudulent claims in January and February 2006. The patient whose papers Al-Salihi forged turned out to be an undercover investigator from the New Jersey Office of Insurance Fraud.
Al-Salihi will appear before Hudson County Judge Vazquez on June 15 for sentencing. He faces up to 18 months in prison and a $10,000 fine.
In addition to his guilty plea in criminal court, Al-Salihi is expected to face fines and could lose his medical license in New Jersey.
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