In today’s robust enforcement climate, most companies have taken at least the first steps towards establishing a formal corporate compliance program. The mere existence of such a program, however, will not by itself protect a...more
Medicare and Medicaid providers have an obligation to refund overpayments from federal health care programs. The False Claims Act (“FCA”) imposes liability for any person who “knowingly conceals or knowingly and improperly...more
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Overpayment Recovery Time Limits
On July 14, 2015, CMS issued a report regarding its implementation of the Fraud Prevention System, which uses predictive analytics to manage government fraud and False Claims Act investigations. According to this report, CMS...more