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(June 8, 2010): For those of you who missed the first two dozen pronouncements (okay, perhaps a little exaggerated, but still . . . we got the message when Congress made it a False Claims Act violation to hold onto a mere overpayment for more than 60 days), President Barack Obama has again expressed his […]
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(March 25, 2010): The Recovery Audit Contractor (RAC) program is an integral part of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS’) “benefit integrity” efforts which seek to identify and recoup alleged overpayments paid to Medicare providers. Similarly, Program SafeGuard Contractors (PSCs) have been actively auditing Medicare providers and suppliers around the country. While the
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David Parker practices in the business transaction and healthcare areas. His business practice includes overseeing all legal aspects of private debt and equity financings and the purchase and sale of businesses. He represents buyers and sellers in the purchase or sale of business operations and entities. He has experience in originating, syndicating, closing, servicing, and
An effective Compliance Program is a living, breathing document. In order to be effective, it must become an integral part of your organization. It cannot simply lay dormant until an auditor shows up or a violation occurs. Rather, through the active application of the plan’s policies and procedures on a daily basis, active compliance can
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(March 19, 2010): Unfortunately, you received a letter in the mail advising you that a set of your Medicare claims are going to be audited by a Zone Program Integrity Contractor (ZPIC) working for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Your initial reaction is like to be “What is a ZPIC?” Good question.
Liles Parker is a DC-based Law Firm Primarily Representing Health Care Providers and Suppliers Nationwide in Medicare, Medicaid and Private Payor Audits, Investigations & Revocation Actions. Our team includes attorneys who are former Federal Prosecutors, Certified Billers, Coders, and Compliance Officers. (Health Care Providers – Please sign up or call us (202-298-8750) for a Free
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