The False Claims Act: 162 Years Later. Written by: Rachel V. Rose, JD, MBA Understanding the False Claims Act (FCA) Also known as the “Lincoln Law” – the False Claims Act, 31 U.S.C. §§ 3729-3733 (FCA) has been around since 1863 and its primary purpose remains the same – to root out fraud and return wrongfully…
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Getting It Right: The Anatomy of a Thorough Compliance Investigation Written by: Jordan Johnson, MSHA, iMPaCT Conducting a compliance investigation is a vital component of any organization’s effort to uphold legal, regulatory, and internal policy standards. Whether triggered by a whistleblower complaint, routine monitoring, or audit findings, these investigations must be handled with precision, neutrality,…
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Annual Compliance Training Requirements Written by: J. Paul Spencer, CPC, COC As a healthcare compliance professional, there have been two constant pieces of advice that I have provided for medical practices: If you do not have a compliance program, implement one, and Once you implement a compliance program, follow it. The Office of Inspector General…
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Understanding Internal Self-Referrals Written by: Ashley Morgan, Partner, Liles Parker PLLC Healthcare regulations outline legal risks related to internal self-referrals, making it important for both physicians and healthcare organizations to be informed about these issues. While internal referrals may seem like a natural part of integrated healthcare systems, they are heavily regulated under federal and…
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Cosmetic Services in Professional Fee Clinics: Compliance Considerations Written by: Jesse Overbay | Associate Director & General Cousel @ DoctorsManagement, LLC Overview of Cosmetic Services in Professional Fee Clinics Across many healthcare settings, including specialized and general clinics, an increasing number of providers are incorporating cosmetic procedures in response to patient interest and evolving treatment…
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