Practice Economics

Could value-based care raise False Claims Act liability?


 

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When making reports regarding quality measures, include such reports in internal audits as part of regular compliance efforts, the experts suggested.

In addition, seek out resources early that can help prepare the practice for new quality-based regulations, Mr. Homchick said.

“There will be guidance coming out [regarding] eligibility for these value-based incentives,” he said. “That will require you and your staff to really pay attention and seek out resources and guidance to try to do this right. If you have the bandwidth to get out ahead of this, that would certainly be the best approach.”

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