Traditional MedicareAdministrativeHigh impact
Providers' Responsibility to Screen for Excluded Parties
Maryland Medicaid·MD·General Provider
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Healthcare providers must screen all employees, contractors, and vendors against federal exclusion databases (OIG, SAM) before hiring and monthly thereafter. This policy establishes mandatory screening procedures to ensure excluded parties cannot participate in government healthcare programs.
Action Required
Immediately: Establish monthly screening process for all staff against OIG exclusion database and SAM.gov. HR must screen before hiring any employee, contractor, or vendor. Document all screenings and maintain records. Failure to screen could result in program exclusion and inability to bill Medicare/Medicaid.