Fraudulent Audit Defense Strategy

Summary

If youre facing a fraudulent audit by BCBS-MA, its crucial to document all interactions and insist on written communication to ensure transparency. Consider consulting with a healthcare law attorney for specialized advice. Filing a complaint with the Massachusetts Division of Insurance may take several weeks to months for a response. Ensure you include all relevant details, such as unfounded accusations, unjust claim denials, and any potential HIPAA violations.

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I am facing a fraudulent audit of BCBS-MA. I am an in-network acupuncture provider of BCBS-MA. The reviewer Neely and the BCBS-MA lawyer Wacht accuse me of billing BCBS-MA for impossible hours to initiate a fraudulent prepayment review against me. please help me to write a letter to Attorney General in MA to report this case:
Sure, here's a draft letter to the Attorney General in Massachusetts regarding your situation:
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[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]

Attorney General Maura Healey


Office of the Attorney General
One Ashburton Place
Boston, MA *-*
Dear Attorney General Healey,
I am writing to bring to your attention a matter of great concern involving Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBS-MA). As an in-network acupuncture provider, I have been subjected to what I believe is a fraudulent and unjust audit by BCBS-MA, led by the reviewer Neely and BCBS-MA lawyer, Wacht.
~Details of the Issue:
- Fraudulent Accusations: Neely and Wacht accused me of billing BCBS-MA for impossible hours to initiate a fraudulent prepayment review against me. Despite my requests, they have refused to provide any proof of these allegations.
- Unlawful Investigations: Neely attempted to initiate an office investigation against me without legal evidence and required me to provide both English and Chinese medical notes forevery denied claim. Over the past year, Neely has consistently denied my claims, accumulating to * denied claims, affecting * members nationwide.
- Unsubstantiated Accusations: Wacht used irrelevant Medicare payment policies instead of BCBS-MA's own policies to accuse me of billing for services not rendered. They also altered acupuncture CPT guidelines and misused my posted working hours to support their claims.
- Patient Harassment: Neely and Wacht have contacted my patients without legal reason, making them uncomfortable and using their statements against me.
- Health Impact: The stress from this audit has led me to the emergency room and caused PTSD and severe stress, which I have documented and shared with Neely and Wacht, only to be ignored.
I have enlisted legal help, including attorney Cirel, but have not received adequate support. Neely and Wacht refuse to provide written documentation, insisting on in-person meetings or phone calls, despite my request for written communication due to language barriers.
Given these circumstances, I request your office to investigate this matter thoroughly. The actions of BCBS-MA, Neely, and Wacht have caused significant professional and personal harm, and I believe their conduct warrants legal scrutiny.
Thank you for your
I never bill BCBS-MA for impossible hours. I asked Neely for the prove and they refuse to provide it and block my email. Neely tried to initiate office invesgation against me with no legal evidence and require me to send both English and Chinese medical note for every denied claim. Neely has denied the claims sent by me every week for one year with no pause and it has accumulate to * claims, affected * members nationalwide. I enlisted Cirel as my attorney to protect my civil rights. Wacht write an formal email to Cirel to accuse me of billing BCBS-MA for service not rendered by using irrelevent medicare payment policy instead of its own BCBS-MA payment policy. and also use the working hours posted on my website to accuse me of billing BCBS-MA of service not rendered due to the claims I sent shows that I work 7 days a week. Wacht also alter the acupuncture CPT guildline from one-on-one to face-to-face to accuse me of billing service not rendered..*
General Guidance:
- Document Everything: Keep all communication and documentation related to this issue well-organized.
- Request Written Communication: Insist on written communication to ensure transparency and avoid misunderstandings.
Sample Letter to the Attorney General:
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
Attorney General Maura Healey
Office of the Attorney General
* Ashburton Place, 20th Floor
Boston, MA *
Dear Attorney General Healey,
I am writing to report what I believe to be a fraudulent audit and harassment by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBS-MA). As an in-network acupuncture provider, I have been subjected to continuous claim denials and baseless accusations by BCBS-MA representatives, Neely and their lawyer, Wacht.
For over a year, my claims have been denied weekly without pause, accumulating to * claims affecting * members nationwide. Despite my repeated requests for evidence of their accusations, they have provided none and instead blocked my email.
They have unjustly accused me of billing for impossible hours and altered acupuncture CPT guidelines to further their accusations.Additionally, Neely and Wacht have contacted my patients without legal cause, making them uncomfortable and potentially damaging my practice's reputation. Despite providing extensive medical documentation, my claims continue to be denied without valid explanations.
I have repeatedly requested written communication due to my preference for transparency and to avoid misunderstandings, but my requests have been ignored. This situation has severely impacted my health, causing PTSD and severe stress, as documented by medical notes I have shared with them.
I respectfully request your office's intervention to investigate this matter and ensure that BCBS-MA is held accountable for their actions.
Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter.
Sincerely,
[Your Full Name]
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Would you like additional information or assistance with another aspect of your situation?
Wacht and Neely also phone call my patients to investigate my practice with no legal reason, just to find out any of my wrong doing, using my patient's words to report me. My patients who had receive this phone call feel very uncomfortable since they never want to report me. I have sent more than * medical notes to Neely and Wacht, there are all being denied either with no explanation or because the medical notes is not formal or the medical notes is not support my billing, which is just to find a reason to keep the claim denial. Cirel did not help me getting any legal policy from BCBS-MA Neely and Wacht to support their accusation.
Case Rating: *
It sounds like you're dealing with a complex and challenging situation. You may want to consider the following steps:
- Document all your interactions with Neely and Wacht, including emails and phone calls.
- Gather all relevant medical notes and documentation.
- Consider consulting with another attorney who specializes in healthcare law and insurance disputes.
Would you like help drafting a letter to the Attorney General of Massachusetts to report this issue?
If I file a claim to DOI about BCBS-MA's fraudulent audit, how long should I expect to hear back from DOI for a clear answer?
The Massachusetts Division of Insurance (DOI) typically takes several weeks to a few months to respond to complaints, depending on the complexity of the case and their current workload.
Would you like assistance drafting your complaint to the DOI?
yes please
Sure, **** ****, here's a draft for your complaint to the Massachusetts Division of Insurance:
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[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
Division of Insurance
* Washington Street, Suite *
Boston, MA *-*
Subject: Complaint Regarding Fraudulent Audit by BCBS-MA
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to formally file a complaint against Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBS-MA) regarding a fraudulent audit conducted against my practice. I am an in-network acupuncture provider for BCBS-MA, and I am experiencing severe and ongoing issues with their reviewer, Neely, and their lawyer, Wacht.
Key Issues:
- Unfounded Accusations: BCBS-MA has accused me of billing for impossible hours without providing any proof. Despite repeated requests, they have refused to supply any documentation to support their claims.
- Unjust Denial of Claims: Over the past year, Neely has denied * claims affecting * members, often without explanation or on baseless grounds. This has caused significant financial and reputational harm to my practice.
- Unreasonable Documentation Requests: I am required to submit both English and Chinese medical notes for every denied claim, an unreasonable and burdensome request.
- Patient Harassment: Neely and Wacht have contacted my patients to investigate my practice without a valid reason, causing discomfort and distress among my patients.
- Health Impact: The stress from this fraudulent audit has led to severe health issues, including PTSD and emergency room visits, which have been documented and ignored by BCBS-MA.
Actions Taken:
- I enlisted attorney Cirel to protect my civil rights, but his advice was not satisfactory, leading to the termination of his services.
- Despite my preference for written communication due to English being my second language, Neely and Wacht insist on in-person or phone meetings, which has resulted in further misunderstandings and stress.
Request for Action:
I request the Massachusetts Division of Insurance to investigate this matter thoroughly and provide relief from the ongoing fraudulent audit and harassment by BCBS-MA. Your prompt attention to this matter is highly appreciated.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
**** [Your Full Name]
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Would you like any modifications or
Yes, please add on that Wacht alter CPT guildline from one-on-one to face-to-face to accuse me of billing service not rendered, violate HIPAA law of repeatly asking patient's medical notes with no legal reason, and not sending the EOB to me and the patients. also violate my civil right of try to have office investigatiton with no legal reason
Sure, **** ****! Here's the updated draft for your complaint:
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[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
Division of Insurance
* Washington Street, Suite *
Boston, MA *-*
Subject: Complaint Regarding Fraudulent Audit by BCBS-MA
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to formally file a complaint against Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBS-MA) regarding a fraudulent audit conducted against my practice. I am an in-network acupuncture provider for BCBS-MA, and I am experiencing severe and ongoing issues with their reviewer, Neely, and their lawyer, Wacht.
Key Issues:
- Unfounded Accusations: BCBS-MA has accused me of billing for impossible hours without providing any proof. Despite repeated requests, they have refused to supply any documentation to support their claims.
- Unjust Denial of Claims: Over the past year, Neely has denied * claims affecting * members, often without explanationor on baseless grounds. This has caused significant financial and reputational harm to my practice.
- Unreasonable Documentation Requests: I am required to submit both English and Chinese medical notes for every denied claim, an unreasonable and burdensome request.
- Patient Harassment: Neely and Wacht have contacted my patients to investigate my practice without a valid reason, causing discomfort and distress among my patients.
- Health Impact: The stress from this fraudulent audit has led to severe health issues, including PTSD and emergency room visits, which have been documented and ignored by BCBS-MA.
- Altered CPT Guidelines: Wacht altered the acupuncture CPT guideline from one-on-one to face-to-face to accuse me of billing for services not rendered.
- HIPAA Violations: Repeated requests for patient medical notes without legal reason and failure to send EOBs to me and my patients.
- Civil Rights Violations: Attempted office investigations without legal basis.
Actions Taken:
- I enlisted attorney Cirel to protect my civil rights, but his advice was not satisfactory, leading to the termination of his services.
- Despite my preference for written communication due to English being my second language, Neely and Wacht insist on
please add on that Wacht alter CPT guildline from one-on-one to face-to-face to accuse me of billing service not rendered, violate HIPAA law of repeatly asking patient's medical notes with no legal reason, and not sending the EOB to me and the patients. also violate my civil right of try to have office investigatiton with no legal reason
Draft Complaint Letter:
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
Division of Insurance
* Washington Street, Suite *
Boston, MA *-*
Subject: Complaint Regarding Fraudulent Audit by BCBS-MA
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to formally file a complaint against Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBS-MA) regarding a fraudulent audit conducted against my practice. I am an in-network acupuncture provider for BCBS-MA, and I am experiencing severe and ongoing issues with their reviewer, Neely, and their lawyer, Wacht.
Key Issues:
- Unfounded Accusations: BCBS-MA has accused me of billing for impossible hours without providing any proof. Despite repeated requests, they have refused to supply any documentation to support their claims.
- Unjust Denial of Claims: Over the past year, Neely has denied * claims affecting * members, often without explanation or on baseless grounds. This has caused significant financial and reputational harm to my practice.
- Unreasonable Documentation Requests: Iam required to submit both English and Chinese medical notes for every denied claim, an unreasonable and burdensome request.
- Patient Harassment: Neely and Wacht have contacted my patients to investigate my practice without a valid reason, causing discomfort and distress among my patients.
- Health Impact: The stress from this fraudulent audit has led to severe health issues, including PTSD and emergency room visits, which have been documented and ignored by BCBS-MA.
- Alteration of CPT Guidelines: Wacht altered the CPT guideline from one-on-one to face-to-face to accuse me of billing services not rendered.
- HIPAA Violations: Wacht and Neely repeatedly requested patient medical notes without legal reason, violating HIPAA regulations.
- Failure to Provide EOBs: BCBS-MA has not sent the Explanation of Benefits (EOB) to me or my patients.
- Civil Rights Violation: Wacht and Neely attempted to initiate an office investigation without legal basis.
Actions Taken:
- I enlisted attorney Cirel to protect my civil rights, but his advice was not satisfactory, leading to the termination of his services.
- Despite my preference for written communication due to English being my second language, Neely
what is the difference between Unfounded Accusations and fraudulent accusation?
Unfounded Accusations:
- Claims made without evidence or basis.
- Often based on suspicion or misinformation.
- Not necessarily with intent to deceive.
Fraudulent Accusations:
- Intentional false claims.
- Made with the purpose of deceiving or gaining an advantage.
- Can involve fabricating evidence or misrepresenting facts.
Would you like further assistance in understanding your legal options?
what is the difference between Unfounded Accusations and fraudulent accusation?
Unfounded Accusations: These are claims made without any supporting evidence or basis. They are typically not based on facts and can arise from misunderstandings or misinformation.
Fraudulent Accusations: These involve intentional deception or false statements made with the purpose of causing harm or gaining a benefit. Fraudulent accusations are malicious and can lead to legal consequences.
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