Recent Office of the Inspector General physician guidance, personnel and budget increases, and a Third Circuit decision, all point to the same thing — physicians who participate in Medicare and Medicaid can expect to face increased federal scrutiny and those who are convicted of health care fraud can expect tougher sentences and higher monetary penalties. This article, co-authored by Patricia Domzalski in the Disputes and Investigations practice, outlines and discusses the OIG’s increased focus on physicians.
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