Two Pakistani nationals have been indicted in the United States for their alleged involvement in a $10 million healthcare fraud scheme. The case involves fraudulent claims submitted to Medicare and private insurance companies.
The US Department of Justice announced the indictment on Thursday. The accused have been identified as Burhan Mirza, 31, and Kashif Iqbal, 48. Prosecutors allege they worked with several co-conspirators to carry out the scheme.
According to officials, the fraud took place during 2023 and 2024. The scheme allegedly operated through laboratories and durable medical equipment companies that were registered under nominee owners. Authorities claim these businesses submitted claims for medical services and equipment that were never provided.
Investigators allege that Burhan Mirza, who resides in Pakistan, unlawfully obtained personal and insurance information of patients, healthcare providers, and insurance companies. This information was allegedly used to file false reimbursement claims with Medicare and private insurers.
Kashif Iqbal, who was living in Lavon, Texas, at the time of the alleged offences, is accused of being linked to multiple equipment supply companies involved in the scheme.
Prosecutors claim he also laundered proceeds from the fraud. He is further accused of coordinating the transfer of funds from the United States to Pakistan.
Three other individuals connected to the case have already pleaded guilty.
They include Mir Akbar Khan of Illinois, Fasiur Rahman Syed, an Indian citizen residing in Chicago, and Navaid Rasheed, a Pakistani citizen based in Texas. All three are awaiting sentencing.
