Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
MEDICARE AND MEDICAID: Additional Actions Needed to Enhance Program Integrity and Save Billions. |
| Authors: |
Dodaro, Gene L. |
| Superior Title: |
GAO Reports. 4/16/2024, p1-30. 35p. |
| Subject Terms: |
*MEDICAID, *MEDICARE, *MANAGED care programs, *HOME care services, *NEEDS assessment, MEDICARE Part C, BUDGET management, MEDICARE Part D |
| Company/Entity: |
UNITED States. Government Accountability Office , UNITED States. Congress. House |
| Abstract: |
The article discusses the issue of improper payments in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. It highlights that over $100 billion in improper payments were made in fiscal year 2023, representing 43% of the government-wide total. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has taken steps to reduce improper payments, resulting in billions of dollars in federal savings. However, more actions are needed to enhance program integrity and save billions of dollars in Medicare and Medicaid spending. The article also mentions recommendations made by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to improve oversight and reduce improper payments. The text provides information on the improper payment rates in Medicare and Medicaid programs, as well as the largest categories of improper payments in each program. It also discusses recommendations made by the GAO to address improper payment rates and improve efficiency. The text concludes by emphasizing the need for further action by Congress and CMS to address remaining issues and enhance oversight. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Database: |
Business Source Premier |