Dentist Jailed for Defrauding NHS out of 1 million

A dentist in Birmingham committed large-scale fraud against the NHS, submitting false invoices totaling £1.4 million over three years. Her fraudulent activities included billing for deceased patients. She was sentenced to seven years in prison, while her daughter received two years for assisting. The fraud funded a lavish lifestyle, including luxury items and travel. Suspicion arose when a supplier noticed repeated patient names for new dentures. The judge condemned her actions as calculated and dishonest.

What was the total amount the dentist fraudulently claimed from the NHS?

• £3 million

• £2 million

• £500,000

• £1.4 million

What did the judge say about the dentist's collection of shoes?

• It was mostly fake.

• It was donated to charity.

• It was comparable to Imelda Marcos's collection.

• It was modest and reasonable.

What was the primary motivation behind the dentist's fraudulent activities?

• A need to pay off debts.

• A desire to help the community.

• Greed and a sense of entitlement.

• Pressure from family.

Who became suspicious of the dentist's activities and why?

• Robert Lawrence, due to repeated patient names.

• A patient, due to incorrect billing.

• A fellow dentist, due to unusual behavior.

• The police, due to a tip-off.

What was the legal outcome for the dentist's daughter?

• She was acquitted.

• She received a two-year sentence.

• She was sentenced to community service.

• She was fined but not jailed.