Fraud and Abuse Investigations Handbook for the Health Care Industry

by Griffith, Robert A.
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ISBN: 9780769865720
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If you are not an AHLA member and would like to purchase this title, click here. Understanding the powers, procedures and remedies available to the government during a health care fraud and abuse investigation, and acquiring a basic understanding of the issues and practical steps to employ during an audit or investigation, are keys to surviving the investigation and achieving a favorable outcome. This new Handbook will arm health care administrators, executives, medical directors, office managers, physicians, and medical practice managers with a broad understanding of this industry- specific area of government enforcement. The resource is complete with: * Clear and concise explanations of the law * Sample government documents, affidavits, and subpoenas accompanying each chapter * Illustrative pleadings and memoranda prepared by prosecutors and defense attorneys The authors detail the nuts and bolts of a fraud and abuse investigation, from an overview of the various federal and state enforcement agencies to the potential of settling a case. Learn what to expect and how to respond with coverage of: * Requests to examine books and records dealing with an organization's programs and operations * Interviews of employees by the OIG or the FBI * The power of HIPAA administrative subpoenas and the broad authority granted under this statute * Steps that should be taken in responding to the government's request * Dealing with on-site demands for records and access * Internal audits and investigations * Voluntary disclosures * Affirmative actions to try and fend off an investigation, plea agreements, and deferred prosecution
  • Format: Trade Paperback
  • Author: Griffith, Robert A.
  • ISBN: 9780769865720
  • Condition: Used
  • Dimensions: 11.00 x 1.60
  • Number Of Pages: 774
  • Publication Year: 2014

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