Healthicity Blog

As technology in healthcare advances, payors (like Medicare) adjust some of their coverage policies. One area that has seen increased coverage and use in the Medicare program is remote patient monitoring.

1. U.S. Attorney Announces Arrest Of Ophthalmologist For Healthcare Fraud -

1. Cardiovascular Doctor Pleads Guilty to Healthcare Fraud -

In May 2019, the OIG released audits they’d performed on Home Care agencies. In the end, they reached the conclusion that numerous services were out of compliance.

In November we saw some new updates to the OIG Workplan. Make sure you review all of them to see if your organization will be affected.

Crucial Tips for Assistant Surgeon Billing

Assistant surgeon billing can seem overwhelming, so it’s crucial to take it one step at a time.

The OIG’s most recent Medicare Compliance Review of a hospital was posted on their website on Oct. 24, 2018.

1. Four Individuals Charged In Widespread Scheme To Defraud Medicare And Other Health Insurance Providers Through Fraudulent Medical Corporations And False Billing Resulting In Tens Of Millions Of Dollars In Losses –