OIG Requests Inquiries on Enforcement Related to COVID-19 Arrangements
On April 3, 2020, OIG issued a process for inquiries to be submitted to OIG about the application of administrative enforcement authorities against certain arrangements directly connected to the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19). OIG particularly asked for inquiries related to the Federal anti-kickback statute and civil monetary penalties prohibition on beneficiary inducements, where enforcement discretion may allow the healthcare system to function during this pandemic. OIG responses, including its first two responses described below, will be publicly available through a frequently asked questions (FAQ) posting on the OIG COVID-19 portal.
