Discussion Post: Healthcare Compliance
• Since 1998, the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) has been strongly recommending that all health care organizations adopt 7-part compliance programs. The enactment of the 2010 health reform law (Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act) changed that in a very significant way. What was the change?
• What is the connection between the Federal Sentencing Guidelines and the OIG Compliance Program Guidance's?
• What are the 7 basic components of a now mandatory compliance program? (Being familiar with these components is essential - especially on an interview for a compliance position!)
• Describe three attributes of the position of the Compliance Officer in an organization.
• Identify five functions performed by the Compliance Officer.
• There are four steps to follow when an organization learns of possible non-compliance. What are they?
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.