Kingsport Doctor Faces Federal Felony Charges

Kingsport doctor accused of insurance fraud

A Kingsport doctor accused of insurance fraud has been charged, according to court documents obtained by News 5.

Kingsport doctor charged with health care fraud

Dr. Scott McLain faces four charges for issuing prescriptions to close friends and romantic interests and billing insurance companies for “excessive services,” an affidavit states.

Kingsport doctor faces federal felony charges

GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — A Kingsport doctor faces federal health care benefit fraud, making false statements and distribution of controlled substances charges after a multi-year investigation. Dr. Scott McLain allegedly billed insurers for services he didn't provide and engaged in unauthorized distribution of Schedule II and Schedule IV drugs, including Oxycodone, according to an affidavit unsealed last week. McLain is listed as one of the ph…