ITEMS IN FPM ON TOPIC:
Fraud and abuse
July/August 2018 Issue
Patient Inducements: The New Dos and Don'ts
[Feature]
The limits on giving free goods and services to Medicare and Medicaid patients are complex. Here’s how to avoid regulatory trouble.
November/December 2013 Issue
How to Survive an EHR Meaningful Use Audit
[Feature]
Creating and keeping the right documents is key to answering reviewers' questions about electronic health record compliance.
November/December 2011 Issue
Is Your Practice at Risk for Fraud?
[Feature]
Without reasonable controls, you may be inviting embezzlement.
Feb 2006 Issue
Minimizing the Risk of Financial Fraud
[Feature]
Implementing internal controls in your practice will help you stop embezzlement and keep what you earn.
Feb 2001 Issue
Waiving Co-payments and Deductibles for Indigent Patients
[Getting Paid]
The article explains clarifications to the anti-kickback statute that were recently issued by the Office of Inspector General. The focus is on waiver of copayments for indigent patients.
Jan 2001 Issue
Seven Steps to Medicare Compliance
[Feature]
The OIG’s voluntary compliance guidance can help your solo or small group practice prevent fraud and abuse.
Jul-Aug 2000 Issue
Is Your Space Rental Arrangement Fraudulent?
[Getting Paid]
This article will describe a recent fraud alert issued by the Office of Inspector General affecting physicians who rent space in their offices to companies that sell medical supplies and devices.
Sep 1998 Issue
A Quick Review of Reassignment Can Help Avert Fraud Accusations
[Medicare Update]
The author explains the Medicare policy on reassignment, the exceptions and why it's important in the current climate of increased fraud and abuse enforcement.
Jul-Aug 1998 Issue
Protect Your Practice With a Medicare and Medicaid Compliance Program
[Feature]
Implementing a formal plan can help prevent fraud and reduce the likelihood of significant penalties, but remember that one size fits one.
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