Dr. Emmanuel “Manny” Hostin, the husband of The View co-host Sunny Hostin, has found himself at the center of a massive federal insurance fraud case. The respected orthopedic surgeon is one of nearly 200 individuals accused of participating in a large-scale RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations) lawsuit in New York.
The lawsuit, filed in December 2023, alleges that Dr. Hostin accepted kickbacks for performing unnecessary surgeries, particularly arthroscopic procedures. These procedures were allegedly billed to American Transit, a major insurance provider covering taxi, Uber, and Lyft drivers. The suit claims that Dr. Hostin received improper payments disguised as “dividends” or other forms of compensation in exchange for referring patients to specific medical facilities.
Dr. Hostin’s attorney, Daniel Thwaites, has vehemently denied the allegations, calling them baseless and accusing American Transit of launching a broad and unwarranted legal attack. Thwaites argues that the insurance company failed to conduct a proper investigation before taking legal action, instead resorting to intimidation tactics against medical professionals.
Sunny Hostin, a prominent figure on The View, has been married to Dr. Hostin for over 20 years. The couple has two children and resides in Purchase, New York. As a former prosecutor and senior legal correspondent for ABC News, Sunny often shares her personal experiences, including family life and her struggles with infertility.
Despite her husband’s legal troubles, Sunny continues to engage with fans and remains focused on her career, navigating the intense public scrutiny that comes with her position. The Hostin family has faced its share of hardships, including the tragic loss of Dr. Hostin’s parents due to complications from COVID-19.
The lawsuit alleges that Dr. Hostin performed unnecessary medical procedures on accident victims with minor injuries, violating New York’s “No-Fault Law.” American Transit is seeking over $450 million in damages, citing the widespread impact of fraudulent medical billing on the insurance industry.
The case has drawn attention for its size and broader implications on the healthcare and insurance sectors. Legal experts are divided on the case, with some arguing that it’s essential to crack down on fraud to protect consumers, while others suggest that the lawsuit may be driven by financial motivations.
As the legal battle unfolds, both Sunny and Dr. Hostin face mounting pressure. Their professional and personal reputations are closely tied to the outcome of the case, making it a personal ordeal as well. Whether the allegations will hold up in court or prove to be part of a larger legal maneuver by American Transit remains to be seen.
