EPISODE · Sep 3, 2025 · 36 MIN
Dollars Over Death: An Untold True Crime Case about Hospice Fraud
from True Crime Cases You Haven't Heard · host Steve Rhode | Host of the True Crime Podcast
In this episode of True Crime Cases You Haven't Heard, we dive into an untold true crime story about the infamous hospice fraud scam that occurred in Los Angeles but it's happening elsewhere as well. Nita Palma was convicted of health-care fraud and illegal kickbacks as she manipulated the hospice care system, enrolling patients who were not at the end of their lives.Families and physicians reveal the shocking truth about how Medicare's end-of-life policies were exploited, often prioritizing financial gain over the compassionate care of dying patients. This compelling documentary episode is constructed from court records, sworn testimony, and official filings that shed light on the dark side of healthcare. To access source documents and episode notes, visit TrueCrimeUnheard.com.
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In this episode of True Crime Cases You Haven't Heard, we dive into an untold true crime story about the infamous hospice fraud scam that occurred in Los Angeles but it's happening elsewhere as well. Nita Palma was convicted of health-care fraud and illegal kickbacks as she manipulated the hospice care system, enrolling patients who were not at the end of their lives.Families and physicians reveal the shocking truth about how Medicare's end-of-life policies were exploited, often prioritizing financial gain over the compassionate care of dying patients. This compelling documentary episode is constructed from court records, sworn testimony, and official filings that shed light on the dark side of healthcare. To access source documents and episode notes, visit TrueCrimeUnheard.com.
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