OIG Responsibilities

9015.3 – OIG Responsibilities (Rev. 24, Issued: 02-12-16, Effective: 03-14-16, Implementation: 03-14-16) OIG receives and reviews the QIO report of a final finding. OIG has the authority to determine if a violation of an obligation has occurred and, if so, the appropriate sanction to be imposed. OIG is responsible for all ongoing communications with the practitioner or other persons and the QIO, including: • The outcome of its decision about whether a violation occurred; • The decision to sanction and type of sanction to be imposed; • Notification of other entities as appropriate; and • Reinstatement when appropriate after exclusion.