Department of Justice (DOJ) Sues Promedica for Substandard Nursing Home Care in Virginia
- Glen Sturtevant
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
What Did the Department of Justice Allege Against ProMedica?
On September 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice filed a federal lawsuit under the False Claims Act against ProMedica Health System, alleging "grossly substandard skilled nursing facility care" at four facilities, including ProMedica Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation - Imperial in Virginia.
Key Facts:
Federal fraud allegations spanning 2017-2023
Case originated from whistleblower complaints filed in 2016-2017
ProMedica accused of billing Medicare/Medicaid for inadequate services
Serious Allegations of Neglect and Falsified Records
The DOJ complaint reveals disturbing patterns of patient neglect at the Virginia facility and others:
Failed to provide adequate wound care to prevent pressure ulcers
Failed to maintain residents' hygiene and provide required showers
Failed to provide appropriate assistance with feeding, leading to severe weight loss
Failed to develop or follow individualized care plans for residents
Falsified Medical Records - A Major Red Flag: Most concerning, the DOJ alleges that "defendants falsely documented in resident medical records that care and services had been provided to residents when it had not been" to conceal the substandard care. This deliberate falsification represents a serious breach of trust and potential criminal conduct.
How Did Corporate Decisions Endanger Richmond Nursing Home Patients?
Federal investigators found that ProMedica executives pressured the Richmond facility and three others to increase admissions and cut staffing, even while patient care deteriorated. Administrators were reprimanded if they did not increase revenue through "excessive" admissions, creating a dangerous environment where profits trumped patient safety at the Richmond location.
Why Are Healthcare Worker Whistleblowers Important?
This Richmond nursing home case demonstrates the critical importance of healthcare workers speaking up about patient safety violations. The DOJ lawsuit builds on whistleblower complaints filed in 2016-2017 by healthcare workers who witnessed the substandard care firsthand at ProMedica facilities.
Your Rights When Richmond Area Nursing Homes Commit Fraud
Virginia nursing home residents have the right to safe, adequate care without fraud or deception. When Richmond nursing homes or other facilities falsify medical records and provide substandard care while billing government programs, both civil and criminal violations may occur.
Warning Signs of Richmond Nursing Home Fraud:
Unexplained injuries or rapid health decline
Missing or suspicious medical documentation
Chronic understaffing despite high patient loads
Pressure to accept care without proper assessment
Staff reluctance to discuss care details with families
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For questions about nursing home fraud, falsified records, or substandard care in Richmond or throughout Virginia, contact Rawls Law Group at 1-877-838-4838. Our experienced medical malpractice attorneys understand False Claims Act violations and nursing home accountability.
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