The primary components of this task are combating fraud and abuse by providers billing managed care plans, guaranteeing compliance with managed care and Medicare Part D sponsors and overseeing the health insurance marketplaces.
Improving financial and administrative management and reducing improper payments. Addressing weaknesses in financial management systems, reducing improper payments and implementing the Digital Accountability and Transparency Act are what OIG suggests HHS do to overcome such an issue.
Protecting the integrity of public Health and Human Services grants. HHS awarded more than $100 billion in grants (excluding Medicaid) in fiscal year 2016. In addition to combating the misuse of funds, OIG recommends HHS improve the quality of care for these populations.
Protecting HHS data, systems and beneficiaries from cybersecurity threats. As cybersecurity becomes a growing issue, it’s crucial that HHS keep its information safe.

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