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Addressing and Investigating Conflicts of Interest
21 Tips for Compliance Officers Conflict of interest (COI) is a significant compliance risk area. The Department of Health and Human…
Conflicts of Interest Remain a Major Risk Problem for Compliance Officers
Most providers have inadequate processes Often too much of the burden falls on Compliance Officers Tips and advice from an…
Why Independence Matters in Compliance Program Assessments
Key Points: Healthcare organizations invest a considerable amount of time and resources in building effective compliance programs. Periodic compliance program…
What is Risk Management in Healthcare: Strategies, Importance, and Challenges
The average healthcare organization spends nearly $200,000 each year on risk management1 – but what exactly are they trying to…
Compliance Reporting to Legal Counsel is Not Prohibited, but is Problematic
Key Points: Without question, both the Compliance Officer and Legal Counsel perform crucial, related, but distinctive functions that sometimes raise…
Q & A Series on the Current State of Healthcare Compliance Programs – I
Part I: Reporting Chains and Organizational Structures On April 30, 2024, Strategic Management Services and SAI360 hosted the Current State…
Considerations For Provider Nutraceutical Sales
In the world of healthcare, the sale of nutraceutical and dietary supplements has been and continues to be big business.…
Tips on Compliance Program Effectiveness Evaluations for 2024
Benefits and Scope of Work With the New Year, it may be time to consider an independent evaluation and assessment…
OIG Issues New General Compliance Program Guidance
On November 6, 2023, the DHHS OIG published its long-awaited General Compliance Program Guidance (GCPG). It has been 15 years since the…
An Independent Compliance Officer
Key Points: The Compliance Officer is an individual charged with ensuring that their organization complies with applicable regulatory and legal requirements…
Frequently Asked Questions: Corporate Integrity Agreements
Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about Corporate Integrity Agreements (CIAs), an essential component of many healthcare compliance programs.