Stark I and Stark II laws were passed because _____

A) False misrepresentations of facts that were relied upon by another were a detriment to others and a departure from reasonable use
B) Increased federal scrutiny caused healthcare organizations to change their methods of operation, such as submitting false claims
C) Physicians were abusing the healthcare system by referring patients to services in which they (or family members) had a financial interest
D) Relators were suing on behalf of the U.S. government expressly to receive a portion of the recovered funds if the lawsuit was successful

C