Advise clients to treat Unified Program Integrity Contractor (UPIC) audits with the utmost seriousness, ensuring timely responses and effective strategies to minimize penalties and potential legal repercussions.

Ignoring UPIC letters can lead to substantial financial and reputational harm.

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UPICs are CMS contractors tasked with detecting fraud and abuse in Medicare and Medicaid.

Attorneys can guide clients in establishing proactive fraud prevention measures and robust documentation practices to defend against UPIC audits and minimize the risk of penalties.

Be aware of which UPIC jurisdiction applies to your clients, as different regions may have varying enforcement practices and focus areas.

Discover how to manage UPIC audits & strategies for successful appeals in our new whitepaper.

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For more information, or if you have any questions, call Harriett Wall at (207) 613-2992 or email [email protected].

Should you need assistance with litigation analysis or audits, remember that LW Consulting, Inc. (LWCI) has the experience to help. Our team has consulted on many cases across the healthcare continuum, including behavioral health providers.

We also serve as an Independent Review Organization (IRO) for providers with reporting obligations under a CIA or IA.