Myckowiak – Avoiding Fraud and Abuse Investigations

In this talk, Vicki Myckowiak highlights the challenges faced by pain management professionals, emphasizing the importance of compliance and preparation for audits. The presentation discusses Medicare’s focus on auditing pain management procedures, driven by high costs and potential overuse. The speaker advises practices to understand Medicare policies, update documentation templates, and conduct regular internal audits to ensure compliance. Emphasizing education and proactive measures, the speaker stresses the necessity of being prepared for inevitable audits to mitigate financial risks and maintain practice integrity.