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HCCA 2016: DOJ and OIG Focus on Physician Compensation

A theme throughout the Compliance Institute was that shopping for FMV valuations conflicts with FMV being based on an “independent third party opinion”.

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Posted on
April 26, 2016
Compliance

HCCA 2016: Physician Arrangement Integrity

Stark Law has recently hit the healthcare spotlight and is often framed as fraud. Though fraudulent arrangements do exist, Stark also leaves no margin for simple error due to structure as an exception statute.

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Posted on
April 22, 2016
Cost Management
Compliance

HCCA 2016: Physician Compensation Under the Microscope: Lessons Learned from Recent Settlements

In looking at numerous recent settlements, we can see that physician compensation is a hot topic for hospitals.

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Posted on
April 21, 2016
Compliance
HCCA

HCCA 2016: CIAs: Tips on Avoiding, Complying and Negotiating Them

Living under and in compliance with a Corporate Integrity Agreement (CIA) is no easy task.

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Posted on
April 20, 2016
Compliance
HCCA

HCCA 2016: Communicating with Regulators and Enforcement: Avoiding Pitfalls

The Monday afternoon Communicating with Regulators and Enforcement: Avoiding Pitfalls session gave a glimpse into the mind of regulators and prosecutors.

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Posted on
April 19, 2016
Compliance
HCCA

HCCA 2016: Compliance in the Country: Considerations for Critical Access and Rural Hospitals

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Posted on
April 19, 2016
Compliance
HCCA

HCCA 2016: The Stark Trifecta: How Legal, Compliance, and Outside Counsel Work Together on Stark Compliance

Our speakers pulled together a fun, scripted case study to demonstrate how internal legal, compliance, and outside counsel can successfully work together to handle Stark-related risks and issues.

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Posted on
April 19, 2016
Compliance
HCCA

HCCA 2016: Compliance Program Start Up: What are the Basics Needed for your Infrastructure

As a foundation, there are seven essential elements a compliance program should have

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Posted on
April 18, 2016
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San Francisco Business Times Future of Health Care

In the $3 trillion healthcare industry, trying to disrupt or even make a dent in the current ways. However, there are significant changes in the healthcare industry that necessitate innovation.

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Posted on
April 11, 2016
Compliance
For Physicians

Get Into the OIG’s Mind: Review Recent CIAs.

If you are overwhelmed by physician contracting compliance, or are unsure what elements are essential in a good compliance process, a great way to create structure is to review requirements outlined in recent corporate integrity agreements (CIAs).

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Posted on
April 10, 2016