Here are four things to know:
1. The number of settlements increased from 27 in 2021, to 103 in 2022, to 176 in 2023.
2. The aggregate amount of settlements increased from $1.99 million in 2021 to $12.56 million in 2023.
3. The range of settlements for 2023 was $26 to $548,302, according to the report.
4. As of Dec. 31, 2023, an additional 267 disclosures were either withdrawn, closed without settlement or settled by CMS’ law enforcement partners.
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