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Fraud, Waste & Abuse Compliance Quiz Test Your Skills

Evaluate Your Fraud Prevention and Compliance Understanding

Difficulty: Moderate
Questions: 20
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Which term refers to the excessive or unnecessary use of resources due to inefficient practices or negligence?
Abuse
Fraud
Waste
Corruption
Waste involves the unnecessary or inefficient use of resources due to poor management or negligence. It does not require intent to deceive, unlike fraud or abuse.
Which example best illustrates fraud in a healthcare organization?
Billing for services not rendered
Accidentally ordering twice the needed supplies
Misusing equipment for personal use
Taking extra breaks beyond policy
Fraud involves intentional deception for financial gain, such as billing for services that were never provided. The other options represent waste or abuse rather than deliberate deceit.
What is a common indicator of potential abuse in expense reporting?
Submitting travel receipts that exceed policy limits
Charging personal meals as client entertainment repeatedly
Forgetting to submit some small receipts
Applying for reimbursement within the required timeframe
Repeatedly charging personal meals as business entertainment indicates abuse of expense policies. Occasional minor omissions or policy-compliant submissions do not indicate abuse.
Which of the following is the first person or office to notify when detecting suspected misconduct?
External media
Competitor organization
Compliance officer
Human resources in another company
A compliance officer is the designated point of contact for reporting suspected violations. External media or unrelated parties are not appropriate initial channels.
Which behavior represents a red flag for fraud risk?
Regular audits completed on time
Employee living beyond disclosed means
Timely reconciliations of accounts
Clear separation of duties
An employee living beyond their means can signal undisclosed illicit income. Effective controls and timely processes are indicators of good compliance rather than risk.
Which federal law includes qui tam provisions allowing whistleblowers to sue on behalf of the government?
False Claims Act
Sarbanes-Oxley Act
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
The False Claims Act contains qui tam provisions that permit private citizens to file lawsuits on behalf of the U.S. government. Other acts address accounting, privacy, or corruption issues.
A manager notices an employee billing overtime hours that were not worked. What type of risk does this scenario represent?
Fraud risk
Operational risk
Strategic risk
Market risk
Billing for unworked overtime is intentional deception for financial gain, which is classified as fraud risk. Operational, strategic, and market risks relate to other aspects of business management.
Which internal control is most effective to prevent collusion between purchasing and accounts payable?
Monthly newsletters
Open door policy
Segregation of duties
Employee social events
Segregation of duties separates responsibilities so no single employee handles the entire transaction, reducing collusion risk. Social events and newsletters do not directly control transaction processes.
What does due diligence in third-party vendor management primarily involve?
Conducting background checks and risk assessments
Offering exclusive discounts
Limiting contract terms to one month
Automating invoice payments
Due diligence includes verifying vendor credentials, assessing their risk profile, and ensuring compliance with policies. Discounts or short contracts do not constitute thorough due diligence.
Which best describes the purpose of whistleblower protection laws?
To protect employees from retaliation when reporting violations
To penalize employees for raising concerns
To standardize internal reporting formats
To shield organizations from lawsuits
Whistleblower protections guard employees against retaliation when they report misconduct or violations. They do not impose penalties on reporters or standardize reporting formats.
Ordering far more office supplies than needed on a routine basis is an example of:
Collusion
Bribery
Embezzlement
Waste
Ordering unnecessary quantities of supplies wastes organizational resources. Collusion, bribery, and embezzlement involve intentional wrongdoing or deceit.
In a vendor selection scenario, choosing a relative's company without disclosure creates a risk of:
Market volatility
Conflict of interest
Currency risk
Liquidity risk
Using a relative's company without disclosure creates a conflict of interest, potentially biasing vendor selection. Market, currency, and liquidity risks relate to financial markets.
Which practice is most effective for detecting fraud after it occurs?
Annual holiday bonuses
Routine staff meetings
Periodic independent audits
Monthly company parties
Independent audits examine transactions and controls objectively, helping detect irregularities. Meetings or social events do not systematically uncover wrongdoing.
Which regulation requires U.S. public companies to maintain a code of ethics for senior financial officers?
Dodd-Frank Act Section 1502
CARES Act
Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act
Sarbanes-Oxley Act Section 406
Sarbanes-Oxley Act Section 406 mandates a code of ethics for senior financial officers in public companies. The other acts address banking, conflict minerals, or emergency relief.
When evaluating an anti-fraud policy, which element demonstrates regulatory adherence?
Outdated procedures without review
Regular risk assessments aligned to standards
Unverified third-party testimonials
Generic mission statements only
Regularly conducted risk assessments that align with recognized standards show ongoing compliance. Generic statements or unreviewed procedures do not ensure adherence.
An employee sets up a shell company to invoice their employer for fake services. Which best practice would most likely have prevented this scheme?
Automated birthday emails
Unannounced external audits of vendor master file changes
Annual employee satisfaction surveys
Monthly team lunches
Unannounced audits of changes to the vendor master file would catch unauthorized shell companies. Social events or surveys do not address vendor creation risks directly.
Which framework is most commonly used to evaluate the effectiveness of an organization's internal controls over financial reporting?
COBIT for IT Governance
PRINCE2 Project Management
ITIL Service Management Framework
COSO Internal Control - Integrated Framework
The COSO Internal Control - Integrated Framework is widely used to assess and improve financial reporting controls. ITIL, COBIT, and PRINCE2 address IT service management and project governance.
To guard against fictitious vendor payments, which control is most effective?
Three-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices
Encouraging vendor referrals by employees
Background checks on staff vacations
Posting company events on social media
A three-way match ensures invoices correspond to valid purchase orders and goods receipts, preventing payments to fictitious vendors. Social media posts or referrals do not verify transaction validity.
Under HIPAA, which scenario constitutes a reportable breach of protected health information?
Loss of unencrypted laptop containing 600 patient records
Unauthorized access to fewer than 10 records
Routine authorized sharing with covered entities
Inadvertent disclosure to a coworker bound by confidentiality
A breach involving more than 500 records must be reported under HIPAA, and an unencrypted laptop loss is reportable. Inadvertent or authorized disclosures may be exempt if protected by policy.
Under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, which concept describes deliberately ignoring obvious signs of bribery?
Willful blindness
Negligence per se
Constructive compliance
Strict liability
Willful blindness refers to consciously ignoring red flags that indicate wrongdoing, such as bribery. Strict liability holds parties liable regardless of intent, and the others are unrelated concepts.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify key indicators of fraud, waste, and abuse.
  2. Demonstrate understanding of compliance regulations and standards.
  3. Analyze real-world scenarios to spot misuse risks.
  4. Apply best practices to prevent organizational fraud.
  5. Evaluate policies to ensure regulatory adherence.
  6. Master proper reporting procedures for suspected violations.

Cheat Sheet

  1. Definitions of Fraud, Waste, and Abuse - Fraud is intentional deception for personal gain, waste refers to careless or unnecessary use of resources, and abuse involves practices that violate sound fiscal, business, or medical standards. Getting these definitions down is like grabbing your trusty magnifying glass before a big case! It's the foundation for spotting trouble in any healthcare setting. Explore definitions
    2. ePA OIG Indicators and Examples
  2. Common Fraud Examples - Billing for services not rendered, falsifying medical records, and accepting kickbacks for referrals are classic fraud schemes. Recognizing these tricks helps you become the hero who stops phantom claims in their tracks. Stay sharp - fraudsters are clever, but you're cleverer! See fraud examples
    3. USC Clinical Services Fraud, Waste & Abuse
  3. Identifying Waste - Ordering unnecessary tests, overprescribing medications, and running inefficient admin processes all count as waste. These actions drain budgets and can even harm patients by delaying proper care. Think of waste as budget busters - you want to squash them! Uncover waste examples
    4. Compliancy Group on Healthcare FWA
  4. Spotting Abusive Practices - Abusive tactics include billing for unnecessary services, charging excessively for supplies, and misusing billing codes to inflate reimbursements. These moves push ethical boundaries and can land organizations in hot water. Stay vigilant and call out abuse when you see it! Spot abusive practices
    5. ArchCare FWA Prevention & Detection
  5. The Fraud Triangle - Comprised of pressure (motivation to cheat), opportunity (gaps that allow cheating), and rationalization (justifying the cheat), the Fraud Triangle explains why good people sometimes do bad things. Breaking down each corner helps you build stronger defenses. It's like knowing the villain's secret lair! Understand the Fraud Triangle
    6. PowerPak Fraud Triangle Course
  6. Key Compliance Regulations - The False Claims Act, Anti-Kickback Statute, and Stark Law form the legal backbone against FWA in healthcare. Learning these rules is like arming yourself with the ultimate shield - it helps you navigate tricky scenarios without stumbling into legal landmines. Review regulations
    7. HIPAA Exams on FWA
  7. Importance of Internal Controls - Segregation of duties, regular audits, and robust approval processes are your frontline defenders against FWA. Good controls are like security guards - they deter wrongdoers and alert you when something fishy is happening. Learn about controls
    8. SB and Company on Internal Controls
  8. Proper Reporting Procedures - If you spot suspected FWA, knowing how to report - whether to a supervisor, compliance officer, or the OIG - keeps everyone safe and honest. Clear channels protect whistleblowers and ensure issues get fixed fast. Be the voice that makes a difference! Check reporting steps
    9. USC Clinical Services Reporting
  9. Consequences of FWA - Fraud, waste, and abuse can lead to hefty financial losses, severe legal penalties, and even harm to patient health. Knowing the high stakes keeps you motivated to follow best practices and speak up when you see danger. It's not just about money - it's about lives! Learn the consequences
    10. PowerPak on FWA Consequences
  10. Best Practices for Prevention - Effective compliance training, clear policies, and a culture of ethical behavior are your secret weapons. Empowering every team member to act with integrity builds an organization that naturally resists FWA. Together, you're unstoppable! Discover prevention strategies
    11. Accend Services FWA Guide
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