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What about when there is no sufficient information to substantiate an allegation. What is the best practice for documentation purposes?

If you haven’t had the time yet to read all 90+ pages of the OIG’s New Compliance Program Guidance, we’ve got a great place for you to start.

In the fast-paced world of healthcare compliance, taking a moment to assess and reassess is crucial, and the 2023 Annual Compliance Checkup Report is here to guide you through the intricacies of the evolving landscape. 

What better way to ring in the new year than with new guidance from the OIG?

Most medical coders, auditors, and compliance professionals are aware of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Targeted Probe and Educate (TPE) program. It is designed to help providers and suppliers reduce claim denials and appeals through one-on-one help. 

November was a very busy time for the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) Work Plan. Fifteen new items were added during the month. Below are some of the notable items added this last month.

Hot off the press (figuratively)! Find out what 800+ professionals had to say about the state of healthcare compliance and auditing. 

In the age of technology, data, and artificial intelligence, there’s one often-overlooked workplace tool: soft skills.