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Medicare Improperly Paid Physicians for Hyaluronic Acid Knee Injections

Announced on  | Last Modified on  | Project Number: A-07-24-00646
Status
Active
Agency
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

OBJECTIVE

Hyaluronic acid, also known as hyaluronan or hyaluronate, is a naturally occurring substance found in the fluid surrounding knee joints. Joints with degenerative joint disease are found to have lower concentrations of hyaluronic acid, resulting in pain, immobility, and reduction of function and the ability to complete activities of daily living. Hyaluronic acid knee injections are used to treat individuals with degenerative joint disease(s) such as knee osteoarthritis. We will determine whether Medicare paid physicians for hyaluronic acid injections in accordance with Medicare requirements.

TIMELINE

  • August 15, 2024
    Announced
  • Today
    Office of Audit Services In-Progress
  • Est FY2026
    Estimated Fiscal Year for Project Completion
Work Plan Type
Office of Audit Services
HHS Agencies
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Issue Areas
Physician and Healthcare Practitioners
Target Groups
Elderly
Financial Groups
Medicare B