Med-Net Compliance

JUNE 15, 2022

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a settlement against a Southern California doctor for submitting false claims to Medicare and Medi-Cal between the years of 2011 and 2018 for drugs, procedures, services, and tests that were never administered to patients. As part of the settlement, the doctor will pay a total of more than $9.48

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The Health Law Firm

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On November 2, 2021, a doctor and his wife who had been indicted for their roles in a $1.3 The doctor argued that the bail condition impeded his ability to practice medicine. Indest III, J.D., million Medicare fraud scheme asked a New Jersey court to eliminate a bail condition.

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HIT Consultant

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

What You Should Know: – MDwise and Cityblock Health , the first tech-driven healthcare provider for communities with complex health and social needs announced that they will be collaborating to provide high-quality, comprehensive care to 10,000 Medicaid members at launch in select Indiana communities, including Indianapolis. ”

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Health Populi

MAY 21, 2020

Doctors maintain their top status as U.S. However, as patients continue to be concerned about exposure to COVID-19, 3 in 5 are concerned about being at-risk to the virus in their doctor’s office, according to research from the Alliance of Community Health Plans (ACHP) and AMCP , the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy.

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Foster Swift

APRIL 16, 2024

In recent years, Michigan has been home to two of the largest sexual abuse scandals involving doctors in history: the sexual abuse committed by Larry Nassar while employed by Michigan State University and the sexual abuse committed by Robert Anderson while employed by the University of Michigan.

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Med-Net Compliance

JULY 1, 2022

Fifteen Texas doctors have agreed to pay a total of $2,831,280 to resolve False Claims Act allegations involving illegal kickbacks in violation of the Anti-Kickback Statute and Stark Law, and to cooperate with the Department of Justice’s investigations of and litigation against other parties.

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The Health Law Firm

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Recently it has come to our attention that there may be a nationwide effort by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) to squelch physicians who prescribe opioids and other narcotic medications. Indest III, J.D.,

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The Health Law Firm Blog

JUNE 10, 2023

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On November 2, 2021, a doctor and his wife who had been indicted for their roles in a $1.3 The doctor argued that the [.] Indest III, J.D., million Medicare fraud scheme asked a New Jersey court to eliminate a bail condition.

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Mobi Health News

APRIL 24, 2020

The telehealth vendor's deal with the state comes shortly after another agreement that provided the services to Medicaid, children's health insurance members.

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The Health Law Firm Blog

MAY 8, 2023

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Recently it has come to our attention that there may be a nationwide effort by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) to squelch physicians who prescribe opioids [.] Indest III, J.D.,

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Florida Health Care Law Firm

APRIL 20, 2022

When a patient feels their doctor has violated their code of ethics or responsibility, they are encouraged to file a complaint with the state. How to File a Complaint Against a Doctor in Florida. The post How to File a Complaint Against a Doctor in Florida first appeared on Florida Healthcare Law Firm.

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The Health Law Firm Blog

MARCH 16, 2022

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On November 2, 2021, a doctor and his wife who had been indicted for their roles in a $1.3 The doctor argued that the. Indest III, J.D., million Medicare fraud scheme asked a New Jersey court to eliminate a bail condition.

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The Health Law Firm Blog

MAY 8, 2023

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Recently it has come to our attention that there may be a nationwide effort by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) to squelch physicians who prescribe opioids and other narcotic medications. Indest III, J.D.,

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The Health Law Firm Blog

MAY 8, 2023

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Recently it has come to our attention that there may be a nationwide effort by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) to squelch physicians who prescribe opioids and other narcotic medications. Indest III, J.D.,

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

MARCH 2, 2023

WHY IT MATTERS The dual team study published by Epic found that 60% of the time, the virtual primary care telehealth appointments held between March 1, 2020, and October 15, 2022, did not result in subsequent doctors visits. "Americans are having a harder time securing an appointment with a doctor than 10 years ago," he pointed out.

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Verisys

MARCH 8, 2024

Million Medicare and Medicaid Fraud Full Story Pharmacist Fraud Pharmacy Owner and Operations Manager Convicted of $2.3M Peters Physician Pleads Guilty to False Statements, Resulting in $1.4 Million Full Story Protect your organization from bad actors with Verisys.

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Compliancy Group

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

We also covered two Medicaid fraud schemes , one resulting in billions of dollars in billing for medical supplies that were never received. for Medicaid Fraud In March 2014, the Maryland Board of Dental Examiners received complaints against Seyed Hamid Tofigh, DDS, claiming the dentist posed a risk of harm, and suspended his license.

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The Health Law Firm

OCTOBER 3, 2019

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On October 1, 2019, a Florida doctor was implicated in what federal investigators say is one of the largest health care fraud schemes ever charged. billion worth of false Medicare and Medicaid claims between July 2018 and January 2019. Indest III, J.D., The vast fraud scheme totaled $2.1

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The Health Law Firm Blog

MAY 8, 2023

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Recently it has come to our attention that there may be a nationwide effort by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) to squelch physicians who prescribe opioids [.] Indest III, J.D.,

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HIPAA Journal

JUNE 9, 2023

Prior to the Supreme Court ruling, there was no distinction between an identity thief stealing an individual’s identity and running up huge debts, a lawyer rounding up bills and only charging full hours, a waitress overcharging customers, and a doctor overbilling Medicaid. The Supreme Court decision related to the latter.

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The Health Law Firm

OCTOBER 31, 2019

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On October 1, 2019, a Florida doctor was implicated in what federal investigators say is one of the largest health care fraud schemes ever charged. billion worth of false Medicare and Medicaid claims between July 2018 and January 2019. Indest III, J.D., The vast fraud scheme totaled $2.1

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Verisys

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Here is a round up of bad actors: Physician Fraud Glastonbury Psychologist Admits Defrauding Medicaid of More Than $1.6 Here is a round up of bad actors: Physician Fraud Glastonbury Psychologist Admits Defrauding Medicaid of More Than $1.6 Million Civil Judgment and Drug Treatment Center Enters Settlement to Pay $2.2

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HIT Consultant

MAY 8, 2023

While key elements that patients value in virtual care offerings include cost and time savings, and the ability to reduce Emergency Department (ED) or urgent care visits, people want to see doctors they trust or and are more likely to adopt virtual care when recommended by their primary care physicians (PCPs).

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The Health Law Firm Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Recently it has come to our attention that there may be a nationwide effort by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) to squelch physicians who prescribe opioids and other narcotic medications. Indest III, J.D.,

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The Health Law Firm Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Recently it has come to our attention that there may be a nationwide effort by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) to squelch physicians who prescribe opioids and other narcotic medications. Indest III, J.D.,

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The Health Law Firm Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Recently it has come to our attention that there may be a nationwide effort by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) to squelch physicians who prescribe opioids and other narcotic medications. Indest III, J.D.,

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The Health Law Firm Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Recently it has come to our attention that there may be a nationwide effort by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) to squelch physicians who prescribe opioids and other narcotic medications. Indest III, J.D.,

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The Health Law Firm

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On August 22, 2018, a doctor received a sentence of one year and a day in prison from a New York federal court for his part in a $30 million scheme to defraud Medicare and the state Medicaid program. Indest III, J.D.,

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HIT Consultant

AUGUST 17, 2023

FINANCIAL DISPARITIES Even if physician numbers were at replacement levels, the cost of education and massive student loan debts encourage new doctors to pursue higher-salaried positions, which are more typical at hospitals that serve wealthier communities. Incentivizing Medicaid capture. So what can be done? Education reform.

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Medisys Compliance

APRIL 11, 2024

You need to possess a master’s or doctorate degree qualifying for licensure or certification as an MFT or MHC in your state. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) website offers a comprehensive guide, including FAQs, enrollment instructions, and billing manuals specifically tailored for MFTs and MHCs.

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HIPAA Journal

APRIL 4, 2023

The compromised information included the following data elements: Name, facility name, Medicaid claim ID, Medicaid client ID, care plan name, Medicaid program, gender, date of birth, admission and discharge date, medical and diagnosis information, and mental health comorbidity.

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MedTrainer

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Examples of covered entities include health plans, clearinghouses, and certain health care providers including but not limited to: doctors, clinics, psychologists, dentists, chiropractors, nursing homes, and pharmacies. There are several accrediting organizations that require facilities to meet or exceed Medicaid and Medicare guidelines.

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Health Populi

AUGUST 24, 2020

Eight percent of doctors have closed their practices as a result of COVID-19, tallying about 16,000 closed practices. 4 in 10 doctors saw patient volumes fall by at least 26%, which the Foundations noted could be difficult or impossible for most physician practices to sustain for more than a few months.

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Healthcare IT Today

AUGUST 13, 2023

Meanwhile, 64% of adults would trust a diagnosis made by AI over a diagnosis by a doctor , according to a survey from Innerbody. Sales The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services chose HHS Technology Group and Noridian Healthcare Solutions to build its Medicaid provider management system.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

APRIL 12, 2021

Q: What are the benefits of RPM during and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic, especially among underserved, uninsured or Medicaid populations, where already there are disproportionately high rates of chronic disease and other barriers to care? Q: Who on the care team should be managing RPM (doctors versus nurses, case managers, etc.)?

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

MAY 31, 2023

" The fourth theme to emerge was that telemedicine held both positive and negative effects on both doctors and patients. Meanwhile, other respondents said doctors worked beyond normal hours, supported patient technical issues and were left to judge when a virtual visit was appropriate for a patient's need.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

APRIL 10, 2020

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has temporarily suspended several regulations to enable hospitals, clinics and other providers to boost their front-line medical staff during the coronavirus pandemic.

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