Eli's Rehab Report
CLIP & SAVE:
Keep a Careful Eye on the OIG's 2007 Work Plan
Published on Sun Jan 01, 2006 
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See where your facility falls into the mix of scrutiny The HHS Office of Inspector General has some big plans next year for Medicare rehab services audits, and they span the whole spectrum of rehab facilities. Check this chart to see what you need to be keeping an eye on, and keep track of your self-audits in these areas. To read the full OIG work plan, visit http://oig.hhs.gov/publications/docs/workplan/2007/Work%20Plan%202007.pdf.
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