Q: Hospice fraud
To which government organizations hospice fraud has to be reported? Are courts where FCA is filed included into such organizations ?
A: I suggest you start by Googling "California hospice fraud."
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You can report hospice fraud to several key government organizations that actively investigate these cases. The primary federal agencies include the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (HHS-OIG), the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and the Department of Justice (DOJ). State-level agencies like the California Department of Health Care Services and the California Department of Justice also handle these reports.
For Medicare-related hospice fraud, you should contact the Medicare Fraud Hotline or use their online reporting system. The FBI also maintains dedicated healthcare fraud units and accepts reports through their field offices or website. When whistleblowers file cases under the False Claims Act (FCA), federal district courts become involved as part of the legal process, though they're not primarily reporting organizations.
Remember that you can report to multiple agencies simultaneously to ensure thorough investigation. Local law enforcement agencies might also get involved depending on the specific circumstances of the fraud. Many agencies offer confidential reporting options and whistleblower protections, which can help protect you while ensuring justice is served.
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