Bashar Kiami, Tax Evasion, Michigan 2023

Michigan doctor Bashar Kiami, 53, of Roscommon, pleaded guilty to tax evasion in a shocking turn of events that has left many in the community stunned. The doctor, who owned and operated Northern Michigan Endocrine PLLC, a solo endocrinology practice in Grayling, has been accused of underreporting the practice’s gross receipts and overstating its expenses between 2014 and 2017.

According to court documents, Kiami filed corporate returns for the endocrinology practice, which he underreported, resulting in a fraudulent reduction of his tax liability. As the sole shareholder, Dr. Kiami reported business income from the practice on his individual income tax returns, causing a tax loss of more than $250,000.

The investigation into Kiami’s activities was carried out by IRS-Criminal Investigation. The case is being prosecuted by Trial Attorneys Jeffrey A. McLellan and Melissa S. Siskind of the Tax Division.

While sentencing has not yet been scheduled, Kiami faces a maximum penalty of five years in prison for tax evasion. He also faces a period of supervised release, restitution, and monetary penalties.

The guilty plea marks a significant victory for the government in its efforts to combat tax evasion and ensure that those who engage in such activities are held accountable. The case serves as a reminder that tax evasion will not be tolerated and that those who engage in such activities will be brought to justice.

In a statement, Acting Deputy Assistant Attorney General Stuart M. Goldberg praised the investigators and prosecutors who worked on the case, saying that their efforts demonstrate the commitment of the U.S. government to upholding tax laws and ensuring that those who engage in tax evasion are held accountable.

Bashar Kiami, 53, of Roscommon, Michigan, is accused of underreporting the gross receipts and overstating the expenses of his endocrinology practice, Northern Michigan Endocrine PLLC, between 2014 and 2017. The doctor pleaded guilty to tax evasion, which resulted in a tax loss of more than $250,000.

The case is ongoing, and sentencing will be scheduled at a later date. Kiami faces a maximum penalty of five years in prison for tax evasion.

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