Was your grandma’s pacemaker/AICD implanted after the surgeon received illegal payment or kickback from the device manufacturer? Quite possible, as we learn that the Department of Justice has begun an investigation into the matter: U.S. Seeks Data on Heart Device Products (NYT).
Medtronic, St. Jude Receive DoJ Subpoenas
October 26th, 2005 
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