SAN DIEGO, CA – DJO Incorporated, a global provider of medical devices that provide solutions for musculoskeletal health, vascular health and pain management, announced that it learned today that a Federal qui tam action, or whistle blower complaint, was filed on March 23, 2005 against DJO and other primary manufacturers of bone growth stimulators in the U.S., and has been unsealed by the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts. The civil complaint against these manufacturers appears to focus on alleged reimbursement-related false claims associated with the sale versus the rental of those devices.
The unsealing of the civil qui tam action is routine procedure and allows the individual plaintiff involved to pursue civil claims in Federal Court. The Company indicated that with in the last few days it also received what it believes is a related subpoena from the Department of Justice (DOJ) requesting documentation for a period from 1995 to 2009. The Company said that it is in the process of evaluating the complaint, and is preparing to respond to the subpoena.
About DJO Incorporated
DJO is a leading global developer, manufacturer and distributor of high-quality medical devices that provide solutions for musculoskeletal health, vascular health and pain management. The Company's products address the continuum of patient care from injury prevention to rehabilitation after surgery, injury or from degenerative disease. Our products are used by orthopedic specialists, spine surgeons, primary care physicians, pain management specialists, physical therapists, podiatrists, chiropractors, athletic trainers and other healthcare professionals. In addition, many of the Company's medical devices and related accessories are used by athletes and patients for injury prevention and at-home
physical therapy treatment. The Company's product lines include rigid and soft orthopedic bracing, hot and cold therapy, bone growth stimulators, vascular systems, electrical stimulators used for pain management and physical therapy products. The Company’s surgical division offers a comprehensive suite of reconstructive joint products for the hip, knee and shoulder. DJO's products are marketed under the brands Aircast®, DonJoy®, ProCare®, CMF™, Empi®, Saunders®, Chattanooga, DJO Surgical, Cefar®-Compex® and Ormed®. DJO uses its website as a channel of distribution of material Company information. Financial and other material information regarding the Company is routinely posted and accessible at www.DJOglobal.com.
Company Investor/Media Contact:
DJO Incorporated
Mark Francois, Director of Investor Relations
(760) 734-4766
