What percentage of the total recovery may a whistleblower receive under a successful Qui Tam?

In the context of a successful Qui Tam action, a whistleblower, also known as a relator, can indeed receive a percentage of the total recovery. The appropriate range for this percentage under the False Claims Act typically falls between 15% and 30% of the total amount recovered by the government. This incentivizes whistleblowers to come forward with information about fraud against government programs, particularly in healthcare contexts.

The range allows for flexibility based on various factors, such as the extent of the whistleblower's involvement in the case and whether the government intervened or not. This is why the percentage provided in the selection of 15% to 30% is widely recognized as the correct range for whistleblower rewards in Qui Tam cases.

Understanding these percentages is crucial for anyone involved in compliance or legal aspects of healthcare, as it highlights the importance of protecting whistleblowers and encourages reporting fraud to safeguard public funds.