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12/11/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/12/2025 08:47

Former St. Louis Area Pediatrician Admits Exchanging Prescriptions for Sex Acts

Former St. Louis Area Pediatrician Admits Exchanging Prescriptions for Sex Acts

ST. LOUIS - A former St. Louis County, Missouri pediatrician on Thursday admitted prescribing pain pills and other controlled substances in exchange for sex acts, nude photos or cash. Craig A. Spiegel, 69, also admitted lying in a prior court hearing when he accused police of misconduct…The Medicare, Missouri Medicaid and Illinois Medicaid programs suffered losses totaling $114,480 as a result of Spiegel's illegal prescription practices.

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Action Details

  • Date:December 11, 2025
  • Agency:U.S. Attorney's Office, Eastern District of Missouri
  • Enforcement Types:
    • Criminal and Civil Actions
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