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Remember the Overpayment Clock Ticks Is Ticking

Published on Tue Feb 20, 2018

Question: If we realize we've received overpayments from CMS, what are the rules for returning the overpayment? Arizona Subscriber Answer: CMS rules stipulate a 60-day limit on returning overpayments to federal agencies. And while the rule might seem simple, you'll want to ensure you comply since compliance failure could lead to huge penalties. The reasoning: Every practice occasionally handles overpayments, but [...]
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