The Audioconference agenda is set forth in Eastern Daylight Time below:
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1:00 pm |
Welcoming Remarks and Introduction of Faculty
John T. Bentivoglio, Esq. (Moderator)
POLLING QUESTION:
Does your company have a formal compliance program based on the HHS OIG guidance?
- Yes
- No
- I don't know
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1:05 pm |
Overview of Fraud and Abuse Issues for Medical Device Companies
James Sheehan, Esq.
- The Government's Perspective on Medical Device Fraud/Abuse
- Specific Practices Under Scrutiny
- What Device Companies Can Do to Reduce Their Risks
Presentation Materials in Powerpoint or Acrobat
POLLING QUESTION:
Has your company fully implemented the AdvaMed Code?
- Yes
- No
- I don't know
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1:25 pm |
The Investigator's Perspective on Fraud and Abuse for Medical Device Companies
Michael Mangano
- The OIG's interest in medical device fraud/abuse
- Perspectives on how OIG receives and investigates allegations of fraud/abuse
- OIG's role vis-a-vis DOJ and other enforcement agencies
Presentation Materials in Powerpoint or Acrobat
POLLING QUESTION:
Does your company have a formal policy or procedure for handling internal investigations?
- Yes
- No
- I don't know
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1:40 pm |
How to Respond to Fraud and Abuse Investigations and Prosecutions
Zachary J. Harmon, Esq.
- The Government's Major Tools for Investigating Fraud and Abuse
- Key Challenges and Risks for Companies Involved in a Government Investigation
- How to Prepare for a Government Investigation
Presentation Materials in Acrobat
POLLING QUESTION:
Which of the following activities is the most challenging for your company?
- Gifts and entertainment to physicians
- Consulting arrangements with physicians
- Grants and charitable contributions
- CME activities
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1:55 pm |
Moderator's Comments
John T. Bentivoglio, Esq.
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2:05 pm |
Facilitated Panel Discussion
Nancy Singer, Esq.
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2:15 pm |
Questions from the Audience
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2:30 pm |
Audioconference Adjournment
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