2019 - The Provider Self Disclosure Protocol (SDP) and the OIG- Compliance: Self - Reporting to OIG - When should this happen and how to do it?

Is disclosure required? HHS says that often there is a legal duty or ethical duty to report violations.
The better question: Is there an advantage to self-reported disclosure?
Creates a presumption that a good, solid compliance program is in place
Can reduce monetary penalties
Provides flexibility in the return of any overcharges
Speeds up case resolution and management
Avoids corporate integrity agreements
What if I do not self-report, will things go hard on my facility?
Who can use the SDP?
What conduct or actions fall under SDP?
What conduct does not fall under SDP?
What must be submitted if a facility self-reports general violations?
What must be submitted in a case of false billing?
What must be submitted in a case involving an excluded person?
Eleven elements required.
Resolution of SDP matters.