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Website Disclaimers

This website has links to websites maintained by other Federal or non-Federal entities. The applicability of HHS-OIG's privacy policies do not extend to other such sites.

Reference in this website to any specific commercial products, process, service, manufacturer, or company does not constitute its endorsement or recommendation by the U.S. Government or HHS-OIG. HHS-OIG is not responsible for the contents of any "off-site" web page referenced from this server.

When visiting the HHS-OIG website, your web browser may produce pop-up advertisements. These advertisements were most likely produced by other sites you visited or by third-party software installed on your computer. HHS-OIG does not endorse or recommend products or services for which you may view a pop-up advertisement on your computer screen while visiting this site.

Information Disclaimer

The information provided using this website is only intended to be general summary information to the public. It is not intended to take the place of either the written law or regulations.

Intrusion Detection

This site is maintained by the U.S. Government. It is protected by various provisions of Title 18, U.S. Code. Violations of Title 18 are subject to criminal prosecution in Federal court. For site security purposes and to ensure that this service remains available to all users, HHS-OIG employs software programs to monitor traffic to identify unauthorized attempts to upload or change information or otherwise cause damage. In the event of authorized law enforcement investigations, and pursuant to any required legal process, information from these sources may be used to help identify violators.

Third‑Party Websites

HHS-OIG uses several third‑party websites to share information and improve communication with the public. Third-party websites are websites that HHS-OIG does not maintain or control. These websites are not operated by HHS-OIG, and their privacy and security practices are governed by the third‑party providers. When you use these websites, the provider may collect information about your use of their site. HHS-OIG does not endorse or control the content, advertisements, or links provided by these third‑party platforms. By interacting with HHS-OIG through these platforms, you may be providing information to the third-party service provider. You are encouraged to review the privacy policies of each service before engaging.

HHS-OIG uses the following third‑party websites:

  • YouTube: HHS-OIG posts videos on YouTube to make them accessible to the public. You do not need a YouTube or Google account to watch HHS-OIG videos, however, YouTube may collect non‑personally identifiable information about your viewing activity, such as videos watched or technical details about your device, to improve its services. If you are logged into your YouTube account while viewing HHS-OIG content, YouTube may associate your viewing activity with your account. If you comment on an HHS-OIG video while logged in, any personal information tied to your public YouTube profile will be visible to others who view your comment.
  • Instagram: HHS-OIG posts photos, graphics, and short videos on Instagram to increase public awareness of our work. Instagram may collect information about your browsing activity. If you log into Instagram before viewing HHS-OIG content, Instagram may associate your viewing activity with your account. If you like, share, or comment on an HHS-OIG post, any personal information associated with your public Instagram profile will be visible to others who view your engagement.
  • X (formerly Twitter): HHS-OIG uses X to share timely updates and public information. X may collect information about your activity. If you are logged into your X account, X may link your interaction with HHS-OIG posts (such as likes, reposts, replies, and follows) to your user profile. Any information you include in a public reply will be visible to other platform users.
  • Facebook: HHS-OIG uses Facebook to share updates, resources, and public information. If you are logged into Facebook, your interactions with HHS-OIG content (such as likes, reposts, replies, and follows) may be associated with your account. Any information visible through your profile or comments can be seen by other users who access those areas.
  • Salesforce Marketing Cloud: HHS-OIG uses Salesforce Marketing Cloud to distribute newsletters and email updates. You may subscribe by providing your email address directly to HHS-OIG through an online form. Salesforce may collect technical or analytics data related to email delivery, such as whether an email was opened or a link was clicked. HHS-OIG manages its email lists, but Salesforce maintains its own privacy and data‑security policies. Salesforce may also collect information from your activity to improve system performance.
  • SiteImprove: HHS-OIG uses SiteImprove to monitor and improve accessibility, usability, and performance on HHS-OIG’s public website. SiteImprove is a third-party tool with its own privacy and data collection policies. SiteImprove may collect analytics to support website functionality. HHS-OIG does not control SiteImprove’s internal data handling or storage practices beyond the configuration settings available to HHS-OIG. Use of HHS-OIG’s website may result in the collection of analytics consistent with SiteImprove’s policies.

Survey Disclaimer

According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless it displays a valid OMB control number. The valid OMB control number for this information collection is 0990-0379. The time required to complete this information collection is estimated to average 5 minutes per response, including the time to review instructions, search existing data resources, gather the data needed, and complete and review the information collection. If you have comments concerning the accuracy of the time estimate(s) or suggestions for improving this form, please write to: U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, OS/OCIO/PRA, 200 Independence Ave., S.W., Suite 336-E, Washington D.C. 20201, Attention: PRA Reports Clearance Officer.

Last updated May 7, 2026