Tag: Audit

UnitedHealth Group's Audits Signal Need for Stronger Compliance in Insurance

Explore how UnitedHealth Group's audits reveal the need for stronger compliance in Medicare Advantage and pharmacy benefit services.

Ketchikan School District Faces $5.4M Debt Driven by Health Insurance Costs

Ketchikan school district's $5.4 million debt to the borough is largely due to rising health insurance costs and budget mismanagement, prompting audits and financial oversight reforms.

CMS Intensifies Medicare Audits as Nursing Home Improper Payments Surge

CMS increases Medicare audits in nursing homes following a rise in improper payments to 17.2% in 2024, urging better documentation and compliance to avoid denials and penalties.

FRC Proposes Expanded Enforcement Tools to Enhance Audit Oversight

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) proposes new enforcement pathways to improve audit oversight and regulatory response times, aligning with its Future of Audit Supervision Strategy.

HHS OIG Identifies Errors in NGS Medicare Cost Report Desk Reviews

HHS OIG finds widespread errors in Medicare cost report desk reviews by NGS and recommends enhanced reviewer training and procedures to improve audit accuracy and compliance.

NY State Audit Reveals $1.5M Anthem Overpayments in Empire Plan Claims

New York State audit finds over $1.5 million in Anthem Blue Cross overpayments for physician-administered drugs under the Empire Plan, highlighting ongoing oversight and claims management challenges.