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How To Prepare for an OIG Inspection

MedTrainer

Earlier this year, an in-depth OIG investigation resulted in a six-day trial of a former Louisiana health clinic CEO , who was ultimately convicted of Medicaid fraud and sentenced to 82 months in federal prison. Medicare/Medicaid Compliance Reviews. The OIG performs regular compliance reviews of Medicare and Medicaid providers.

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The Importance of Primary Source Verification for Practitioner Credentials

Verisys

An Office of Inspector General (OIG) search of the List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE) indicates if the licensee is excluded from participating in government-funded programs. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare and state Medicaid lists show practitioners who have opted out of those programs.

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7 Red Flags to Watch for During Healthcare Credentialing

Verisys

Here are seven red flags to look out for and the reasons why: Incomplete or inconsistent application: Missing or conflicting data regarding education, training, work history, licensure, or malpractice history might indicate false information or attempts to conceal relevant details.

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Are Provider Enrollment and Credentialing the Same?

MedTrainer

Provider enrollment is when a healthcare provider is registered with insurance networks or government payers , like Medicaid or Medicare. The employer may also review any pending and past medical malpractice cases or disciplinary actions. We’ll also review why both processes are vital for healthcare organizations.

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What is Provider Credentialing in Healthcare?

Medisys Compliance

These terminologies are briefly discussed below for better understanding: Provider enrollment: This refers to the process of enrolling a healthcare provider with an insurance plan or government program, such as Medicare or Medicaid. By meeting these requirements, providers can expand their patient base and increase revenue.

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Introduction to Telebehavioral Health

AIHC

Medicare covers many telebehavioral and telemental health services including audio-only services. Most private insurers and Medicaid cover telebehavioral health care, but check for reimbursement restrictions and obtain professional coding and billing guidance to avoid overpayment situations.

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Healthcare & Life Science M&A Activity Plummets 1H’22

HIT Consultant

CMS Proposed Changes to the Physician Fee Schedule 2023 : On July 7, 2022, the CMS announced that it is soliciting public comment on proposed policy changes for Medicare payments under the Physician Fee Schedule (“PFS”) effective on or after January 1, 2023. The proposed changes would reduce the conversion factor by 4.4% from $34.61