Recent schemes and scams uncovered by Medicare
Correction to previous information concerning ambulance services -- In a recent fraud flyer intended to assist beneficiaries in recognizing fraudulent practices in the Medicare program, we advised beneficiaries to be suspicious of ambulance companies that bill for trips that are not emergency in nature. That statement is misleading. Non-emergency ambulance services are covered by the Medicare program when reasonable and necessary. We apologize for any misunderstandings or confusion that may have resulted from this statement.
Manual instructions for Medicare fiscal intermediary fraud units
Manual instructions for Medicare carrier Medical Review units
Manual instructions for Medicare fiscal intermediary Medical Review units
Compliance violations punishable by civil money penalties
For more information, contact: Ted Doyle
Last Updated November 17, 1999
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