Mental Health Fraud Schemes: How to Protect Your Plan

Posted Sunday, June 30, 2024 8:23 am

Erin Rutzler (via MedCity News)

By being aware of the latest schemes, health plan leaders can ensure their members have appropriate access to care while preventing bad actors from exploiting telehealth policies established during the pandemic. The post Mental Health Fraud Schemes: How to Protect Your Plan appeared first on MedCity News.

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