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United States of America v. Xiang Yuan, M.D.

Date: 07-03-2026

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Judge: None

Court: United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia County)

Plaintiff's Attorney: United States District Attorney's Office in Philadelpia

Defendant's Attorney: Not Available

Description:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, civil litigation lawyers represented the Defendant accused of violating the Controlled Substances Act.

Reported by Kent Morlan

Xiang Yuan, M.D., practices medicine in Potttown, Pennsylvania, and was accused by the United States of ailing to maintain complete and accurate records of controlled substances, writing a prescription of stock, and improperly moving controlled substances from his registered address.

Congress enacted the CSA to deter the illegal importation, manufacture, distribution, possession, and improper use of controlled substances, including prescription medications, and requires individuals and entities registered with the DEA to maintain complete and accurate records of all controlled substances and security systems so that controlled substances are not lost, stolen, or inappropriately dispensed.
Outcome:
Settled for $100,000.

The claims resolved by this settlement are allegations only. There has been no determination of liability.
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About This Case

What was the outcome of United States of America v. Xiang Yuan, M.D.?

The outcome was: Settled for $100,000. The claims resolved by this settlement are allegations only. There has been no determination of liability.

Which court heard United States of America v. Xiang Yuan, M.D.?

This case was heard in United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia County), PA. The presiding judge was None.

Who were the attorneys in United States of America v. Xiang Yuan, M.D.?

Plaintiff's attorney: United States District Attorney's Office in Philadelpia. Defendant's attorney: Not Available.

When was United States of America v. Xiang Yuan, M.D. decided?

This case was decided on July 3, 2026.