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Highlights from the HHS-OIG 2023 Spring Semiannual Report

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The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) has released its latest 2023 Spring Semiannual Report to Congress, providing a comprehensive overview of its activities from October 2022 to March 2023. OIG continues to work tirelessly to identify instances of fraud, waste, and abuse and prosecute offenders.

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Health Provider News – April 22, 2022

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Fields, Prax discuss DHSS split, other Alaska health care initiatives. Skagway officials weigh the future of the town’s health clinic and housing shortages. Banner Health to build new hospital in Buckeye. Bill banning COVID-19 vaccine mandates heads to Ducey’s desk. UAMS Study Finds Marshallese in U.S.

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Health Provider News – May 20, 2022

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AHA asks HHS to continue the public health emergency until conditions stabilize. Considerations for Social Determinants of Health Screening Design. COVID-19 public health emergency set to be extended. Covid-19 remains a public health emergency in US, administration says.

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Health Provider News – November 4, 2022

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CMS gives nursing homes a longer leash on staff COVID-19 vaccination requirements. UAMS, Arkansas Children’s Launch Program to Improve Mental Health Care for Children in Arkansas. California physician charged with $53M mail fraud and money laundering scheme. Temple Health names associate chief nursing officer.

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DOJ Announces Enforcement Action Involving “Largest and Most Wide-Ranging” COVID-19 Fraud Detected to Date

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On April 20, 2022, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced a nationwide coordinated enforcement action targeting COVID-19-related fraud involving charges against 21 individuals across nine federal districts, and over $149 million in alleged false claims submitted to federal programs. [1]. 2] See id. [3]

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Health Provider News – February 18, 2022

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CMS may now enforce its COVID-19 vaccination policy for healthcare workers in all 50 states. CMS responds to states seeking vaccination mandate waivers. Federal vaccination mandate begins for healthcare workers in 24 states. Lawmakers call on Biden to end public health emergency. CALIFORNIA.

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Health Provider News – May 13, 2022

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FDA limits J&J COVID-19 vaccine due to rare blood clot risk. Travel nurses raced to help during Covid. Covid-19 continues climbing in state. Oscar Health To Exit Colorado, Arkansas. Prism pays $650K to settle Medi-Cal fraud claims filed in San Diego. Colorado’s COVID cases keep rising.