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OIG Report Calls Out CMS For EHR Fraud Failings

Posted on by Frank J. Rosello

Electronic health records may be doing great things for patient care, but they have also made it easier to commit fraud, according to the findings of a new report from the Office of Inspector General. The OIG report underscored the … Continue reading

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OIG Releases “Best Practices” To Prevent EHR Fraud

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A federal watchdog says the CMS and its Medicare contractors could do more to ensure providers don’t use electronic health-record systems as a means to fraudulent ends.The 17-page report by HHS’ Office of the Inspector General is the latest salvo … Continue reading

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The OIG To Begin EHR Incentive Payments Review in 2013

Posted on by Frank J. Rosello

In its investigations into Medicare and Medicaid fraud, the Office of the Inspector General, will also undertake Recovery Act reviews, which include probes into the EHR Incentive program. “We will review Medicare incentive payments to eligible health care professionals and … Continue reading

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