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A pharmacist or practitioner who knowingly submits to the State or any of its political subdivisions or any agent thereof, a charge or claim for drugs or medical supplies furnished to or for a person receiving medical care under any program of public assistance, which is false or which is in excess of any amount established by law or regulations adopted by the Department of Health and Human Services or by the governing body of any political subdivision, as the price or fee for the furnishing of those drugs or medical supplies, is guilty of a category D felony and shall be punished as provided in NRS 193.130. In addition to any other penalty, the court shall order the person to pay restitution.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Nevada Revised Statutes Title 54. Professions, Occupations and Businesses § 639.2815. Fraudulent or excessive charge or claim under program of public assistance; penalty - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nv/title-54-professions-occupations-and-businesses/nv-rev-st-639-2815/
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