What Happened
In August 2022, the U.S. Attorney's Office in Philadelphia announced a proposed civil judgment with Spivack, Inc., formerly Verree Pharmacy, and owner-pharmacist Mitchell Spivack. The United States alleged they illegally dispensed opioids and other controlled substances despite red flags such as extreme doses, excessive cash payments and forged prescriptions. They agreed, subject to court approval, to pay over $4.1 million and to be permanently barred from dispensing controlled substances. Spivack had pleaded guilty on June 29, 2022, to conspiracy to defraud the United States.
“The proposed resolution would also permanently prevent the pharmacy and Spivack from prescribing, distributing, or dispensing any controlled substances in the future”
Related Guidance
- 15 Red Flags of Drug Diversion — Behavioral and transactional indicators of diversion.
- Investigation Playbook — How to investigate suspected diversion inside an organization.