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Auditing and monitoring are core pillars of any effective compliance program. But as regulatory expectations evolve and OIG findings become increasingly detailed, it’s more important than ever for compliance teams to ensure their audit plans are aligned with current risks.

Behavioral health providers face a unique set of compliance challenges. From protecting patient privacy to managing sensitive documentation and ensuring ethical care delivery, the stakes are high. That’s why the Office of Inspector General’s (OIG) Seven Elements of an Effective Compliance Program...

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) has unveiled its first-ever Segment-Specific Compliance Program Guidance (ICPG), a monumental step in shaping compliance standards for the healthcare industry. Leading the way, Skilled Nursing Facilities and Nursing Facilities are the first focus of this...

In September 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) released an updated version of their guidance document titled Evaluating Compliance Programs. This essential update impacts organizations across industries, providing a framework for how companies should assess and evolve their compliance...

Ah, the age-old question: who is responsible for compliance? 

Risk assessments have been a critical component of compliance programs for many years. Some people even refer to risk assessments as the “eighth element of a compliance program.” 

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.

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