Healthicity Blog

1. Medical Device Maker AngioDynamics Agrees to Pay $12.5 Million to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations –

A few weeks ago, we reported on testimony the OIG provided on Capitol Hill regarding Medicaid overpayments and fraud.

Training and education touches employees on the front lines more than any other element of an effective compliance program.

1. United States Settles False Claims Act Allegations Against Liberty Ambulance For $1.2 Million –

On July 12, 2018, CMS published its annual update of the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule.

The OIG has added new work plan items in July 2018. I’ve detailed the items I find the most interesting below.

Health Quest and Putnam Hospital Center to Pay $14.7 Million to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations –

The notorious OIG has visited Capitol Hill again. This time, to testify before a U.S. Senate committee on Medicaid Fraud and Overpayments.