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Eye on Oversight: Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Fraud
March 21, 2018
The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program provides seed money to domestic start-ups, and small businesses so they can develop new and advanced technologies across a wide array of industries. OIG has found instances of fraud and waste in HHS's SBIR program. In this Eye on Oversight, Operations Officer Francis Montoya describes two fraud cases involving millions in SBIR grant funds being diverted for personal use.
Eye on Oversight: Group Homes
January 17, 2018
Every year, developmentally disabled Americans living in group homes have severe injuries and medical conditions that require trips to emergency rooms. OIG found that states failed to report up to 99 percent of these critical incidents to investigators, as required. OIG and its government partners put together a report to provide tools for states to drive better health and safety outcomes for group home residents.
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Eye on Oversight: 2017 Year in Review
December 20, 2017
This month's Eye on Oversight recaps OIG's work in 2017, including topics like reaching a $155 million civil settlement with an electronic health records vendor, releasing a data brief on opioids in Medicare Part D highlighting concerns about extreme use and questionable prescribing, and the largest healthcare fraud takedown in history.
Eye on Oversight: Grant Management
November 16, 2017
HHS is the largest grant-making organization in the federal government. OIG oversees the administration of HHS grants, a key element to ensuring that grantees expend federal funds properly and efficiently. OIG takes a multidisciplinary approach to grants management oversight. We have auditors, evaluators, investigators, data analysts, and lawyers who analyze grant programs to identify vulnerabilities and offer practical solutions to improving programs. The findings from our audits and evaluations contribute to comprehensive reports which include recommendations that drive positive change.
Eye on Oversight: The Importance of OIG Audits
August 7, 2017
This month's Eye on Oversight focuses on the importance of OIG's audit work. Deputy IG of Audit Services Gloria Jarmon leads the largest civilian audit force in the federal government. Jarmon highlights the impact of OIG's audits, including the potential to save lives and protect critical HHS programs.
Eye on Oversight: Electronic Health Records
July 26, 2017
Accurate medical records, including electronic health records, or EHR, are the foundation of providing quality healthcare to patients. If an electronic health records company falsely represents that its software has functions that it actually lacks, patient safety could be at risk. Senior Counsel John O'Brien explains.
IG Levinson's Remarks at the 2017 Health Care Fraud Takedown Press Conference
July 21, 2017
Inspector General Daniel R. Levinson speaks at the July 13, 2017 press conference about the nationwide health care fraud takedown. More than 400 defendants in 41 federal districts were charged with participating in fraud schemes involving about $1.3 billion in false billings to Medicare and Medicaid. OIG worked with state and federal law enforcement partners to coordinate this takedown.
Eye on Oversight: Abuse in Nursing Homes
June 8, 2017
Millions of elderly Americans live in nursing facilities. OIG's oversight and enforcement work has revealed alarming problems. Problems range from overmedicating residents, or patient abuse or neglect. OIG is working to prevent patient harm through identifying program vulnerabilities, investigating wrongdoers, and taking legal action against providers
Daniel R. Levinson Keynote Address at the 2017 HCCA Compliance Institute
April 28, 2017
Daniel R. Levinson, Inspector General, Office of Inspector General, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, gives the keynote address at the 21st annual HCCA Compliance Institute on March 27th, 2017.
Bloomberg BNA Interviews OIG Deputy Inspector General for Investigations
March 29, 2017
OIG Deputy Inspector General for Investigations, Gary Cantrell, talks with Bloomberg BNA about how budget cuts lead to fewer health care fraud investigations.
Eye on Oversight: Medical Identity Theft
March 3, 2017
Medical identity theft, the fastest growing form of identity theft, occurs when someone's personal information, like their name, Social Security number, or Medicare number, is stolen. Criminals or fraudulent providers use those medical identities to get medical care, buy drugs, or submit false billings to Medicare or Medicaid under that stolen name.
Eye on Oversight: Exclusions
January 18, 2017
The HHS OIG has authority to exclude, or ban, individuals and entities from participation in Federal health care programs. Employers must check that they are not employing an excluded individual because they may face a financial penalty. This video also covers OIG's exclusions database, and possible reinstatement.
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Eye on Oversight:
2016 Year in ReviewDecember 14, 2016
This month's Eye on Oversight recaps OIG's work in 2016, including topics like the launch of Healthcare.gov, child care safety lapses and the largest healthcare fraud takedown in history.
Eye on Oversight:
Challenges in Indian Health Service HospitalsNovember 15, 2016
This month's Eye on Oversight focuses on Indian Health Service (IHS) hospitals. IHS provides health care services for approximately 2.2 million American Indians and Alaska Natives. OIG examined 28 IHS-operated hospitals, to look at how it monitors quality oversight and ensures that facilities meet federal standards.
Eye on Oversight:
Vulnerabilities in Personal Care ServicesOctober 18, 2016
This month's Eye on Oversight highlights vulnerabilities in Medicaid's Personal Care Services (PCS) program. Investigations have revealed abuse and neglect by PCS attendants. OIG hopes that its recommendations to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services will ensure that people in need of PCS services are not at risk of abuse or neglect.
OIG-HHS Testifies on OIG's Oversight of the Affordable Care Act
September 26, 2016
Gloria Jarmon, Deputy Inspector General for Audit Services, Office of Inspector General, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, testifies before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce: Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations and Subcommittee on Health: "The Affordable Care Act on Shaky Ground: Outlook and Oversight"
Eye on Oversight:
Provider Self-Disclosure ProtocolSeptember 19, 2016
This month's Eye on Oversight focuses on OIG's Provider Self-Disclosure Protocol. If health care providers find evidence of potential fraud in Federal health care programs, they can voluntarily report it to the OIG. This video features the largest self-disclosure case in history.
Bloomberg BNA Interviews OIG Assistant Inspector General and Chief Data Officer
June 28, 2016
OIG Assistant Inspector General and Chief Data Officer Caryl Brzymialkiewicz talks with Bloomberg BNA about the OIG's growing use of data collection analytics in investigations and audits.
Eye on Oversight:
Home Health FraudJune 20, 2016
Medicare's home health benefit provides care for patients who have an illness or injury. It's usually cheaper, and more convenient, than going to a hospital or skilled nursing facility. Although it's an important service, people are scamming the home health care program.
HHS-OIG Testifies on Medicare and Medicaid: Combatting Improper Payments and Ineligible Providers
May 26, 2016
Ann Maxwell, Assistant Inspector General, Office of Inspector General, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, testifies before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce: Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations: "Medicare and Medicaid Program Integrity: Combatting Improper Payments and Ineligible Providers"
Bloomberg BNA Interviews OIG Principal Deputy Inspector General
May 26, 2016
OIG Principal Deputy Inspector General, Joanne Chiedi, talks about data analysis, budget resources and prescription drug abuse
Daniel R. Levinson's Keynote Address at the 2016 HCCA Compliance Institute
May 16, 2016
Daniel R. Levinson, Inspector General, Office of Inspector General, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, gives the keynote address at the 20th annual HCCA Compliance Institute on April 18th, 2016.
Eye on Oversight:
Kickbacks to PhysiciansMay 11, 2016
Kickbacks in health care are a big problem. They can lead to higher costs for patients, unnecessary tests, and doctors making decisions based on making money, versus caring for patients.
Eye on Oversight:
Dangerous Drugs – OpioidsApril 11, 2016
The number of people in the U.S. who die from opioid overdoses is on the rise. These drugs include Vicodin, Percocet, and OxyContin. Medicare is paying for an increasing number of opioids, and other prescription drugs, that when used improperly, can have devastating effects.
HHS-OIG Testifies on HealthCare.gov:
A Review of Operations and EnrollmentMarch 23, 2016
Erin Bliss, Assistant Inspector General, Office of Inspector General, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, testifies before the Senate Finance Committee: "HealthCare.gov: A Review of Operations and Enrollment"
Eye on Oversight:
Child Care Safety LapsesMarch 7, 2016
OIG found major health and safety violations at many state-licensed day care providers around the country. States should meet new legal requirements to fix these lapses.
HHS OIG testifies on the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage
February 18, 2016
John Hagg, Director of Medicaid Audits, Office of Audit Services, Office of Inspector General, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, testifies before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health. The hearing focused on Medicaid and CHIP's Federal Medical Assistance Percentage.
Eye on Oversight: Medicare Part D Fraud
January 11, 2016
Fraud and abuse in Medicare Part D is going up. Part D helps millions of beneficiaries pay for prescription drugs, but billing schemes and drug diversion are causing major financial and social problems.
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HHS OIG testifies on ACA CO-OP Insurance Loans
Deputy Inspector General for the Office of Audit Services, Office of Inspector General, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations: "Examining the Costly Failures of ObamaCare's CO-OP Insurance Loans"
HHS OIG testifies on Continuing Concerns with the Federal Select Agent Program
Gregory Demske, Chief Counsel to the Inspector General, Office of Counsel to the Inspector General, Office of Inspector General, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, testifies before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce: Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations: "Continuing Concerns with the Federal Select Agent Program: Department of Defense Shipments of Live Anthrax"
HHS OIG testifies on Protecting Seniors from Medical Identity Theft
John Hagg, Director of Medicaid Audits, Office of Inspector General, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health: Strengthening Medicaid Program Integrity and Closing Loopholes
HHS OIG testifies on Medicaid Program Integrity and Closing Loopholes
Gary Cantrell, Deputy Inspector General for Investigations, Office of Inspector General, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, testifies before the Senate Special Committee on Aging: "Protecting Seniors from Identity Theft: Is the Federal Government Doing Enough?"
HHS OIG testifies on Medicare Part D Program Integrity
Ann Maxwell, Assistant Inspector General for the Office of Evaluation and Inspections, gives OIG's opening statement before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations: Medicare Part D: Measures Needed to Strengthen Program Integrity.
Daniel R. Levinson's Gives Remarks at Health Care Fraud Takedown Press Conference
Inspector General Daniel R. Levinson speaks at the June 18, 2015 press conference on the nationwide takedown of doctors, patient recruiters, home health care providers, pharmacy owners, and others. As of the date of this press conference, this coordinated takedown is the largest in Strike Force history, with 243 defendants charged, and approximately $712 million in false billings.
Daniel R. Levinson's Keynote Address at the 2015 HCCA Compliance Institute
Inspector General Daniel R. Levinson speaks at the 19th Annual HCCA Compliance Institute on April 20, 2015.
Podiatrist Admits to Defrauding Almost $1 Million from Medicare
KMOV News 4 investigates a Missouri podiatrist who admitted to defrauding almost $1 million from Medicare. Gerry Roy, a Special Agent in Charge in OIG's Kansas City region, talks about the case.
$200 Million Fraud Scheme Involving Corrupt Doctors and Kickbacks
CNBC's Andrea Day interview's Scott Lampert, Special Agent in Charge in OIG's New York region. They discuss a $200 million fraud case that involved corrupt doctors sending patients to a blood lab for illegal kickbacks.
HHS-OIG testifies about Medicare Fraud
Gary Cantrell, Deputy Inspector General for Investigations, gives OIG's opening statement before the House Committee on Ways and Means Subcommittee on Oversight: Fraud in Medicare.
HHS-OIG testifies on the 340B Drug Pricing Program
Ann Maxwell, Assistant Inspector General for the Office of Evaluation and Inspections, gives OIG's opening statement before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health: Examining the 340B Drug Pricing Program.
2015 Work Plan: OIG Discusses Priorities for the Coming Year
In this Bloomberg/BNA interview, OIG's Chief of Staff, Christi Grimm, talks about quality of care issues, Medicare Parts A and B, and the health insurance marketplaces.
Using Ambulances as Taxis
ABC News investigates how ambulance companies rip off taxpayers by using ambulances like a taxi service. Ronald Kerr, Assistant Special Agent in Charge in OIG's Philadelphia office, is interviewed.
Report Fraud:
HHS-OIG Hotline OperationsLearn about the HHS-OIG Hotline. OIG accepts tips and complaints from all sources about potential fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement in the US Department of Health and Human Services' programs.
Drug Diversion Schemes, Pill Mills, Rogue Pharmacies -- and the Investigative Tools Used to Combat Drug Fraud
In this Bloomberg/BNA interview, Assistant IG for Investigations Les Hollie describes the main types of drug diversion schemes, the Dr. Norman Werther case, the costs of drug diversion, and the investigative techniques used by the Office of Inspector General and its Strike Force partners to combat this growing area of fraud.
HHS-OIG testifies on Eligibility Concerns with ACA Enrollment
Kay Daly, Assistant Inspector General, Office of Audit Services and Joyce Greenleaf, Regional Inspector General for the Office of Evaluation and Inspections, Office of Inspector General, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services testify before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Subcommittee on Health: Failure To Verify: Concerns Regarding ACA's Eligibility System.
HHS-OIG Deputy IGs testify on Program Integrity: Screening Out Errors, Fraud, and Abuse
Gary Cantrell, Deputy Inspector General for Investigations, accompanied by Gloria Jarmon, Deputy Inspector General for Audit Services, gives OIG's opening statement before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations on Medicare Program Integrity: Screening Out Errors, Fraud, and Abuse.
OIG's Deputy IG for Audit Services testifies about Improving Medicare Oversight to Reduce Waste, Fraud and Abuse
Gloria Jarmon, Deputy Inspector General for Audit Services, testifies before the House Committee on Ways and Means Subcommittee on Health: Ideas to Improve Medicare Oversight to Reduce Waste, Fraud, and Abuse
Report Finds that Medicare Paid Millions to Deceased Beneficiaries
In 2011, Medicare paid more than $23 million in claims for deceased beneficiaries. An OIG report identified 251 providers as having filed a high number of claims for Medicare beneficiaries who already died. It features an interview with Dwayne Grant, Regional Inspector General from OIG's Regional Office in Atlanta.
Daniel R. Levinson's Keynote Address at the 2014 HCCA Compliance Institute
Inspector General Daniel R. Levinson speaks at the 18th Annual HCCA Compliance Institute on March 31, 2014.
Assistant Special Agent in Charge for OIG Testifies on Preventing Medicare Fraud
Brian Martens, Assistant Special Agent in Charge, Miami Region testifies before the Senate Special Committee on Aging: Preventing Medicare Fraud: How Can We Best Protect Seniors and Taxpayers.
OIG's Deputy IG for Audit Services testifies about the Child Care and Development Block Grant Program
Gloria Jarmon, Deputy Inspector General for Audit Services, testifies before the House Committee on Education and Workforce, Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education: The Foundation for Success: Strengthening the Child Care and Development Block Grant Program.
OIG Regional IG for Evaluation and Inspections testifies on CMS Oversight of Medicare Contractors
Robert Vito, Regional Inspector General for Evaluation and Inspections, Office of Inspector General, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, testifies before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health: Keeping the Promise: How Better Managing Medicare Can Protect Seniors.
Hurricane Sandy Grant and Contract Vulnerabilities
Inspector General Daniel Levinson and OIG senior staff discuss OIG's work on grant and contract vulnerabilities and how it relates to Hurricane Sandy funding. We hope you'll take a look at these educational presentations designed to help prevent fraud, waste, and abuse.
OIG Outlook 2014
Our senior executives discuss emerging trends in combating fraud, waste, and abuse in Federal health care programs, OIG's top priorities for 2014, and upcoming projects in the newly released OIG Work Plan.
OIG Deputy Inspectors General testify on Curbing Prescription Drug Abuse in Medicare
Gary Cantrell, Deputy Inspector General for Investigations and Stuart Wright, Deputy Inspector General for Evaluation and Inspections, testify before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs on Curbing Prescription Drug Abuse in Medicare.
Daniel R. Levinson's Keynote Address at the 2013 HCCA Compliance Institute
Inspector General Daniel R. Levinson speaks at the Annual HCCA Compliance Institute on Monday, April 22.
IG Daniel R. Levinson testifies on Top Management Challenges
Daniel R. Levinson, Inspector General, testifies before the House Appropriations Committee, Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies - "Top Management Challenges at the Department of Labor, Health and Human Services and Education."
Report Finds Some Dietary Supplements Illegally Labeled
Government investigators warn that 20 percent of dietary supplements on the market have labels that incorrectly claim to treat diseases. The story is based on an OIG report issued October 2, 2012. It features an interview with Melissa Hafner, Program Analyst from the OIG Boston Regional Office. Dr. Jon LaPook reports on what to look out for.Health Care Fraud Costs Taxpayers Billions Annually
Watch OIG Special Agents arrest Medicare fraudsters in Queens, NY and learn more about the extent of this critical health care challenge from OIG Deputy Inspector General Gary Cantrell and Derrick Jackson, Special Agent in Charge of the OIG Atlanta Field Office. NBC's Tom Costello reports.OIG Outlook 2013
Our senior executives discuss emerging trends in combating fraud, waste, and abuse in Federal health care programs, OIG's top priorities for 2013, and upcoming projects in the newly released OIG Work Plan.IG Daniel R. Levinson Speaks at Medicare Fraud Strike Force Takedown Press Conference
October 4, 2012
Inspector General Daniel R. Levinson speaks at the October 4, 2012 press conference on the Medicare Fraud Strike Force operations in seven cities that led to charges against 91 individuals - including doctors, nurses and other licensed medical professionals - for their alleged participation in Medicare fraud schemes involving approximately $429.2 million in false billing.OIG's Director of Medicaid Audits testifies
September 20, 2012
John Hagg, Director of Medicaid Audits for the Office of Inspector General, testifies September 20, 2012 on Medicaid payment rates for New York State-operated developmental centers. He appeared before the Subcommittee on Government Organization, Efficiency and Financial Management; and Subcommittee on Health Care, District of Columbia, Census and the National Archives of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. 2012 Health Care Compliance Association Compliance Institute
Keynote AddressApril 30, 2012
Inspector General Daniel R. Levinson speaks at the 16th Annual HCCA Compliance Institute on April 30, 2012. OIG Releases Health Care Provider Compliance Videos
The Office of Inspector General developed these short video and audio presentations-averaging about four minutes each-for health care providers on top compliance topics. Topics covered include major health care fraud and abuse laws, the basics of health care compliance programs, and what to do when a compliance issues arises. These video and audio presentations are part of OIG's award-winning Provider Compliance Training initiative.IG Daniel R. Levinson Speaks at Nationwide Medicare Fraud Takedown Press Conference (EXCERPT)
September 7, 2011
Inspector General Daniel R. Levinson speaks at the September 7, 2011 press conference on the nationwide takedown by the Medicare Fraud Strike Force. The operations occurred in eight cities and resulted in charges against 91 defendants for their alleged participation in Medicare fraud schemes involving nearly $300 million in false billings. Daniel Levinson briefly comments on the operations and thanks those involved, including the OIG special agents, Secretary Sebelius, the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Justice, Attorney General Eric Holder, other Offices of Inspectors General, and beneficiaries. Two Brooklyn Pharmacists Charged In $3 Million Health Care
Fraud Scheme
OIG Special Agent in Charge Tom O'Donnell discusses OIG agents' arrest of two Brooklyn pharmacists for allegedly defrauding Medicare of more than $3 million by billing for prescriptions that were never filled.
Grants.gov Quarterly Webcast Features Presentation on Grants Fraud Prevention - July 2011
July 20, 2011
In the July 2011 Grants.gov quarterly webcast, Ken Dieffenbach, Senior Special Agent, U.S. Department of Justice, Office of the Inspector General, Fraud Detection Office and Special Agent Brandon Trice, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General, give a special presentation on grants fraud prevention that highlights three areas of interest; conflicts of interest, misuse of funds, and embezzlement. The session runs one hour and three minutes and includes discussion with audience questions.
Compliance Oversight for Health Care Leaders
Inspector General Daniel Levinson and Chief Counsel Lewis Morris discuss the role of compliance and its importance to the health care industry. This seven minute video is presented by the Health Care Compliance Association and was produced by University Hospitals in Cleveland, Ohio.
2011 Health Care Compliance Association Compliance Institute Keynote AddressInspector General Daniel R. Levinson discusses the compliance pyramid and its five key building blocks at the Orlando, Florida Compliance Institute.
HEAT Provider Compliance Training Webcast
May 18, 2011
This spring, OIG offered provider compliance trainings in six cities: Houston, Tampa, Kansas City, Baton Rouge, Denver, and Washington, D.C. This video is the webcast of the May 18, 2011 HEAT Provider Compliance Training in Washington, D.C.
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webcast video - Or select from sixteen individual modules
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You Can Run But You Can't Hide: Medicare Fraud Fugitives Caught
CBS4 I-Team investigator Stephen Stock has the story of how OIG Special Agents finally caught up to two international fugitives wanted for scamming Medicare out of millions of dollars.
21 people in metro Detroit are charged with Medicare fraud
OIG Special Agents raided offices across the country and 21 people in metropolitan Detroit were charged with Medicare fraud.
Medicare Fraud Costs U.S. $90B a Year
Over a hundred people across the country, many of them doctors, are under arrest charged with one of the biggest Medicare fraud busts in history.
AARP's Inside E Street: Medicare Fraud (Gerald Roy, HHS Deputy Inspector General)
Authorities say Medicare fraud is more lucrative than dealing drugs. Anchor Sheilah Kast talks with Gerald Roy, OIG Deputy Inspector General for Investigations, about the fight against medicare fraud.
Beware: Fake Federal Grant Scams Exposed
The number of complaints to the Department of Health and Human Services regarding fake federal grants are on the rise. CBS News correspondent Sharyl Attkisson reports on this old scam with a new twist.
Gov't flags Anti-psychotic drugs at nursing homes
Nursing homes allegedly prescribed anti-psychotic drugs, including Zyprexa and Risperdal, for people who don't need them, with fatal side effects. Armen Keteyian reports.
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