Health Care Fraud and Abuse Control Program FY 2021 Report IssuedFrom the Health Group The Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Justice have released the Health Care Fraud and Abuse Control Program Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2021. During FY 2021, the federal government won or negotiated more than $5 billion in health care fraud judgments and settlements. The Report provides highlights of significant criminal and civil investigations by type including:
The Report provides an all-inclusive look into the current and potential activities relating to the identification and pursuit of fraudulent and abusive activities, including Medicare provider screening. All providers should be continuously aware of areas of focus as described in the Report. The entire Report is available at FY 2021 HCFAC Report (hhs.gov). |