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Dental Fraud Schemes Uncovered

Compliancy Group

In one case, the dentist himself was involved, practicing on a revoked license. We also covered two Medicaid fraud schemes , one resulting in billions of dollars in billing for medical supplies that were never received. As a result, his license was revoked in 2015. Dentist Ordered to Pay $8.5M

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Managing Healthcare Compliance in Georgia

MedTrainer

The Department of Community Health (DCH) serves as the lead agency for Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids® , and also oversees the State Health Benefit Plan , Healthcare Facility Regulation Division and State Office of Rural Health. The Medical Assistance Plans Division oversees Georgia’s Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids® programs.

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Is Your Medical Credentialing Taking Too Long?

Verisys

Primary source verification must be done to confirm a provider’s education, professional license and certifications, medical training, work history, references, and more. Provider information should be continuously monitored for any changes to exclusion or license status. However, verifying a provider’s credentials is essential.

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The History of Healthcare Compliance

MedTrainer

Licensing and credentialing were introduced to regulate healthcare professionals and ensure minimum standards of care. Medicare and Medicaid (1960s): The introduction of government-funded healthcare programs brought about increased scrutiny and regulation. Compliance evolved to include performance reporting and quality metrics.

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How the No Surprises Act Affects Provider Directories

Provider Trust

These directories allow patients to connect with healthcare providers and licensed practitioners to make appointments, find and exchange information, and pay for services. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) conducted multiple reviews of Medicaid Advantage provider directories between February 2016 and July 2018.

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Is Your Medical Credentialing Taking Too Long?

Verisys

Primary source verification must be done to confirm a provider’s education, professional license and certifications, medical training, work history, references, and more. Provider information should be continuously monitored for any changes to exclusion or license status. ISO 9001:2015 (quality management).

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Who Is Responsible For Compliance In Healthcare?

MedTrainer

Licensing and credentialing were introduced to regulate healthcare professionals and ensure minimum standards of care. Clinical & Administrative Departments Adheres to regulations and guidelines within their specific licensing boards and department policies and procedures.