decisionhealth Newsletters, Answer Books - 2009 Issue 3 (March)
Recovery Audit Contractors - Overview / RAC Contracts Awarded
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Article Overview
This article summarizes the early CMS recovery audit contractor program structure and identifies the entities selected for the regional contractor assignments and validation support role. It is intended for readers tracking Medicare program oversight, audit administration, and the organizations involved in RAC operations.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps readers understand the administrative framework behind CMS recovery audit activity and which contractors were assigned to support the program’s regional and validation functions.
What You Will Learn
- How CMS organized the recovery audit contractor program at a high level
- Which organizations were selected for regional contractor responsibilities
- What validation support was added to the program structure
- The timing of the contract awards and related program implementation context
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Compliance professionals
- Revenue cycle staff
- Healthcare auditors
- Medicare program administrators
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