Overview
- A federal grand jury in San Francisco charged Done Global Inc., founder Ruthia He, former clinical president David Brody, and Florida clinic Mindful Mental Wellness P.A. in a case announced by the Justice Department.
- Counts include conspiracy and illegal distribution of Adderall, conspiracy to commit health care fraud, and conspiracy to obstruct justice, with He also charged with obstruction.
- Prosecutors allege prescribers issued stimulants without legitimate medical purpose, sometimes after brief or no patient contact, to boost subscription revenue and company value.
- Authorities say the operation moved over 40 million Adderall pills and other stimulants, generated more than $100 million, and hid unlawful prescriptions while submitting false claims to Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurers.
- Investigators, including IRS Criminal Investigation, emphasized following the financial trail, and potential penalties include fines up to twice illicit proceeds if the defendants are convicted.