Overview:

The General Compliance Program Guidance (GCPG) serves as an essential resource for healthcare compliance professionals and stakeholders, offering comprehensive information about federal legal requirements, compliance infrastructure development, OIG resources, and fundamental compliance concepts.

In November 2023, the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) released its first comprehensive compliance guidance update since 2005, reflecting the substantial evolution of both compliance programs and healthcare delivery systems. This updated guidance addresses modern compliance challenges ranging from board oversight responsibilities to compliance committee structures and risk assessment methodologies. This presentation will explore the practical implications of this new guidance and provide actionable strategies for implementation.

Adherence to OIG compliance guidance enables organizations to cultivate a culture of integrity and ethical behavior while minimizing exposure to fraud, waste, and abuse allegations. Effective compliance programs must be tailored to an organization's specific industry sector, operational scale, and risk profile while maintaining awareness of evolving regulatory requirements.

Learning Objectives:

• Analyze the key components of the OIG's November 2023 General Compliance Program Guidance

• Understand the practical application and purpose of the GCPG framework

• Review relevant federal regulations referenced within the guidance document

• Develop proficiency in utilizing the tools and resources presented in the GCPG

• Apply the seven fundamental compliance elements to organizational practices

• Leverage the reference materials and hyperlinks contained within the GCPG

• Establish effective compliance programs to prevent and detect violations

• Participate in interactive question and answer sessions

Why Should You Attend:

The GCPG represents a critical reference tool for healthcare compliance professionals, providing essential information about federal legal requirements, compliance infrastructure, OIG resources, and compliance fundamentals. OIG-developed guidance helps organizations create effective systems to ensure adherence to legal standards, regulatory requirements, and ethical principles.

Participation in compliance guidance webinars offered by regulatory authorities is imperative for professionals operating within regulated industries. These educational sessions deliver valuable insights regarding legal obligations, industry best practices, and evolving compliance standards. Through attendance, professionals can enhance their understanding of compliance principles, strengthen organizational compliance initiatives, network with peers, and demonstrate organizational commitment to ethical operations. This knowledge ultimately helps mitigate compliance risks, ensure regulatory adherence, and protect institutional reputation and sustainability.

Who Should Attend:

• Healthcare Executive Leadership (CEOs, CFOs, COOs)

• Chief Compliance Officers and Compliance Staff

• Home Health Agency Administrators

• Clinical Laboratory Management

• Third-Party Medical Billing Companies

• Durable Medical Equipment Providers

• Hospice Organization Leadership

• Medicare Advantage Plan Administrators

• Nursing Facility Management

• Physician Practice Owners and Managers

• Ambulance Service Suppliers

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Compliance Staff

• Privacy Officers and Legal Counsel

• Business Associates

• Hospital Compliance Analysts and Specialists