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OIG Revises Self-Disclosure Protocol

Florida Health Care Law Firm

As described on the OIG website, “Self-disclosures give persons the opportunity to avoid the costs and disruptions associated with a Government-directed investigation and civil or administrative litigation.”. Any overpayment retained after this period may create liability under the Civil Monetary Penalties Law and the False Claims Act.

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New Safe Harbor and General Compliance Program Guidance Provides Opportunity for Buyers to Mitigate Litigation and Fraud Risk

Health Law RX

By maintaining a robust compliance program, healthcare companies are better able to identify potential red flags early and to prevent violations of fraud and abuse laws. The GCPG provides voluntary, non-binding guidance to assist all individuals and entities in the healthcare industry to develop and maintain a successful compliance program.

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OIG Issues Highly Anticipated Industry Segment-Specific Compliance Program Guidance for Nursing Facilities

Hall Render

OIG called for nursing facilities to take proactive measures to ensure compliance with program rules, including conducting regular reviews to ensure billing and coding practices are current and accurate, as well as performing regular internal billing and coding audits. Competency-Based Training.

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