Tag: CMS

OIG Finds Medicare Overpaying for Continuous Glucose Monitors; Recommends Payment Cuts

OIG report identifies Medicare overpayments for continuous glucose monitors and urges CMS to reduce payment rates, highlighting potential savings.

OIG Audit Finds Medicare Overpayments for Optometry Services in Nursing Homes

A recent OIG audit identifies $4.7 million in Medicare overpayments to optometrists for nursing home services due to insufficient CMS review processes and billing controls. The report urges enhanced oversight and provider training to prevent future improper payments.

GAO Identifies Ongoing Fraud Risks in Federal Marketplace APTC Program

GAO's recent report uncovers persistent fraud vulnerabilities in the federal Marketplace advance premium tax credit program, revealing risks related to SSN misuse, unreconciled credits, and unauthorized enrollment changes.

GAO Report Finds Persistent Fraud Risks in ACA Premium Tax Credit Program

The GAO's new report reveals ongoing fraud risks in the ACA's Advance Premium Tax Credit program, highlighting vulnerabilities in enrollment verification and CMS fraud management.

CMS Launches ACCESS Model for Tech-Enabled Chronic Care in Medicare

CMS announces ACCESS, a new Medicare model starting July 2026 to enhance chronic care using digital tools and outcome-based payments, supporting two-thirds of Original Medicare enrollees.

GAO Report Highlights Persistent Fraud Risks in Obamacare Premium Subsidy Program

GAO report reveals significant fraud risks and mismanagement in Obamacare's Advance Premium Tax Credit program, highlighting challenges in eligibility verification and fraud risk controls.

CMS Proposes Medicare Advantage and Part D Updates to Simplify Star Ratings

CMS proposes 2027 Medicare Advantage and Part D updates to simplify Star Ratings and introduce a depression screening measure. Public comment open for 60 days.

GAO Report Identifies Fraud Risks in ACA Premium Subsidy Payments

GAO report reveals fraudulent enrollments in ACA marketplace led to improper premium subsidy payouts, prompting legislative calls for subsidy reform and enhanced fraud prevention.

CMS Launches ACCESS Model to Enhance Chronic Care in Traditional Medicare

CMS unveils the ACCESS Model to improve chronic disease management in Traditional Medicare using AI and digital technologies, targeting better access, quality, and cost efficiency in healthcare.

Medicare Fraud Case Highlights Provider Billing Vulnerabilities and CMS Enforcement

A recent case of Medicare billing fraud involving a Florida supplier reveals vulnerabilities in claim processing and CMS enforcement measures to combat provider fraud.