Michigan Man Convicted in Adderall Prescription Scheme

A federal jury in the Western District of Michigan has convicted Jonathan Decker, a 46-year-old resident of Rockford, Michigan, for his role in distributing over two million pills of Adderall and other stimulants. Decker, who was a licensed medical professional, provided prescriptions for methamphetamine and amphetamines to patients without conducting proper examinations, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.

Decker's actions were part of a larger $100 million drug distribution and health care fraud scheme orchestrated by Done Global, Inc., a California-based digital health company. The scheme involved officers and employees of the company, including its CEO Ruthia He and Clinical President David Brody, both of whom have been convicted and sentenced to prison terms of 72 months and 24 months, respectively. The company is charged with conspiracies to illegally distribute controlled substances, commit health care fraud, and obstruct justice.

The jury found Decker guilty of conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and six counts of distribution of controlled substances. His prescriptions were often given to patients with substance use disorders and significant mental health diagnoses, exacerbating their conditions. Decker received more than $1 million for these prescriptions.

According to the Justice Department, Done Global's conspiracy involved the illegal distribution of over 37 million pills of Adderall to subscribers across all fifty states. The company spent over $40 million on social media advertisements to mislead viewers into believing they had ADHD, thereby increasing demand for their services. The advertisements falsely suggested that their platform offered easy access to necessary medications.

Decker's conviction marks the eleventh in this significant prosecution effort. Assistant Attorney General Colin M. McDonald emphasized the importance of holding accountable those who misuse their medical licenses and technology to distribute dangerous drugs.

Acting Deputy Inspector General for Investigations Miranda L. Bennett of the U. S.

Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General stated that such reckless abuse of medical licenses will not be tolerated.

The case against Decker and Done Global highlights the misuse of medical licenses for profit, putting vulnerable patients at risk. Acting Special Agent in Charge Pete Gizas of HSI New York and Executive Special Agent in Charge Harry T. Chavis Jr. of IRS-CI New York both underscored the importance of dismantling schemes that exploit healthcare systems and endanger public safety.

Decker faces a maximum penalty of 140 years in prison. His conviction is part of ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies to address and dismantle fraudulent schemes in the healthcare sector. Further legal proceedings and sentencing dates for Decker have not yet been announced.