Healthicity Blog

The most recent report posted by the OIG addresses what they feel are the compliance vulnerabilities in the Medicare Hospice program.

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

1. Former Healthcare Chief Executive Sentenced to 9.5 Years in Federal Prison –

The DOJ and OIG recently announced the 2018 Fraud Takedown which resulted in charges against 601 individuals responsible for over $2 Billion in fraud, according to the federal government

1. Nurse Practitioner Pleads Guilty in Compounding Pharmacy Fraud Scheme –

1. Doctor Convicted in $8.9 Million Health Care Fraud Scheme –“A federal jury found a physician guilty today for her role in a scheme involving approximately $8.9 million in fraudulent Medicare claims

The OIG continues its voice of concern over opioid overutilization and misuse in the context of Medicare and Medicaid.

1. Ohio Hospital Operator Agrees to Pay United States $14.25 Million to Settle Alleged False Claims Act Violations Arising From Improper Payments to Physicians –