OIG audit makes recommendations to prevent overpayments to DME provider
The OIG Audit and Inspections Division conducted an audit of Aveanna, a durable medical equipment (DME) and supplies provider in Houston.
Preparing x-rays for OIG delivery
The OIG relies on provider record reviews as a tool to address fraud, waste and abuse (FWA) in Medicaid-supported dental services.
Call the OIG Fraud Hotline if you suspect wrongdoing
Tips from the public to the OIG Fraud Hotline play a vital role in safeguarding taxpayer dollars and protecting the Texans who receive $42 billion in Medicaid and other benefits each year.
Hurricane Laura assistance
The Office of Inspector General understands some providers have been impacted by Hurricane Laura.
Settlements reached following self-reports
OIG investigators initiated three cases against providers in San Antonio and Jasper who were identified as part of the Exclusion Review Project.
OIG expands external data sources
The OIG continues to leverage state agency partnerships to further our mission.
Audit targets confidential information security
The OIG completed an audit to assess the effectiveness of selected security controls over confidential Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) information stored and processed by El Paso Health.
OIG uncovers SNAP trafficking scheme
Selling SNAP benefits for cash is illegal. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps people buy the food they need for good health.
OIG updates provider deadlines, educates applicants
Navigating the challenges of working through uncertain times includes assisting our stakeholders, collaborators and clients.
Audit recommends MCO reporting improvements
An OIG audit of a Texas managed care organization (MCO) evaluated the effectiveness of its special investigative unit (SIU).