I just happened to see this today after reading the attached below -
Per AMA regarding the health reform bill -
"Effective March 24, 2010
A physician who has received a Medicare or Medicaid overpayment is required to report and return that overpayment to the HHS secretary, the state, an intermediary, a carrier, or a contractor, as appropriate, at the correct address. As part of the notification, the physician is required to specify in writing the reason for the overpayment. An overpayment must be reported and returned within 60 days after it was identified. The statute defines the term "overpayment" to mean any funds that a person receives or retains under Medicare or Medicaid to which the person, "after applicable reconciliation," is not entitled. Clarification has not been provided by the HHS secretary on the process for returning overpayments or on the meaning of the statute's phrase "applicable reconciliation." However, failure to comply with this provision could result in significant liability. As a result, physicians should consult with legal counsel, if appropriate. Those who believe they have received an overpayment should, at a minimum, immediately contact their contractor to obtain additional guidance, preferably in writing. "
Hope this helps!