OIG 2009 Work Plan Indicates Renewed Focus on Home Health, Hospice and DMEPOS

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued its 2009 Work Plan which announces multiple new investigations of home health, hospice and Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies (DMEPOS). In regard to Medicare home health, the OIG will be investigating the following: Therapy bundled under the…