Petitioner: MID-FLORIDA RADIATION ONCOLOGY
Respondent: AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION
Judges: P. MICHAEL RUFF
Agency: Agency for Health Care Administration
Locations: Tallahassee, Florida
Filed: Oct. 02, 2002
Status: Closed
Settled and/or Dismissed prior to entry of RO/FO on Monday, July 14, 2003.
Latest Update: Nov. 17, 2024
FILED
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ONCOLOGY, P.A., ré
Petitioner, Provider No. 251759100
vs. DOAH No. 02-3854mpr [ M/2cLeaef
CI No. 01-1540-000
AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE
ADMINISTRATION, DOAH NO. 02-3855MPI
= CI No. 01-1556-000
Respondent. Re dahon Wb. AHCA-Od-O'T21-S MDC
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FINAL ORDER
THE PARTIES resolved all disputed issues and executed a Settlement
Agreement, which is incorporated by reference. The parties are directed to
comply with the terms of the attached settlement agreement. Based on the
foregoing, this file is CLOSED.
DONE and ORDERED on this the QI day of G¢tpbew ;
2003, in Tallahassee, Florida.
by aod 4 de MD, Secretary
Agency Health Care Administration
A PARTY WHO IS ADVERSELY AFFECTED BY THIS FINAL ORDER IS
ENTITLED TO A JUDICIAL REVIEW WHICH SHALL BE INSTITUTED BY
FILING ONE COPY OF A NOTICE OF APPEAL WITH THE AGENCY
CLERK OF AHCA, AND A SECOND COPY ALONG WITH FILING FEE AS
PRESCRIBED BY LAW, WITH THE DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL IN
THE APPELLATE DISTRICT WHERE THE AGENCY MAINTAINS ITS
HEADQUARTERS OR WHERE A_ PARTY RESIDES. REVIEW
PROCEEDINGS SHALL BE CONDUCTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
FLORIDA APPELLATE RULES. THE NOTICE OF APPEAL MUST BE
FILED WITHIN 30 DAYS OF RENDITION OF THE ORDER TO BE
REVIEWED.
Copies furnished to:
Bruce Lamb, Esquire
Ruden, McClosky, Smith,
Schuster & Russell, P.A.
401 East Jackson Street
Suite #2700
Tampa, FL 33602
P. Michael Ruff
Administrative Law Judge
Division of Administrative Hearings
The DeSoto Building
1230 Apalachee Parkway
Tallahassee, FL 32399
George Daven Shirejian, Esq.
Agency for Health Care Administration
(Interoffice Mail)
Reftts-Nobte, Inspector General
Agency for Health Care Administration
(Interoffice Mail)
Art Williams, Medicaid Program Integrity
Agency for Health Care Administration
(Interoffice Mail)
Willie Bivens, Finance and Accounting
Agency for Health Care Administration
(Interoffice Mail)
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true and correct copy of the foregoing has
been furnished to the above named addressees by U.S. Mail on this the /2
day fF nernbatsy, 2003.
pti bes pect pers eagle”
PP agency for Health Care Administration
2727 Mahan Drive, Building #3, MSC #3
Tallahassee, Florida 32308-5403
(850) 922-5873
0s RECEIVED
STATE OF FLORIDA’ ;, GENERAL COUNSEL
AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION
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JUL 11 2003
Meeting A
MID-FLORIDA RADIATION ONCOLOGY P.A., AGS gency for Health
Care Administration
Petitioner,
v. DOAH CASE NO. 02-3854/MPI
& 02-3855 /MPI
AHCA Provider No. 2517591-00
AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE C.I.No. 01-1540-000/ /
ADMINISTRATION, & C.I.No. 01-1556-000
Respondent.
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SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
STATE OF FLORIDA, AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION
(‘AHCA” or “the Agency”), and MID-FLORIDA RADIATION ONCOLOGY, P.A.
(‘PROVIDER’), including by and through the undersigned, hereby stipulate and
agree as follows:
1. This Agreement is entered into between the parties for the purpose
of avoiding the costs and burdens of litigation.
2. PROVIDER is a Medicaid provider in the State of Florida, with
provider number 2517591-00.
3. In its two final agency audit reports dated June 18, 2002 AHCA
notified PROVIDER that a review of Medicaid claims performed by Medicaid
Program Integrity (MPI), indicated that, in its opinion, some claims in whole or
in part were not covered by Medicaid. The Agency, in total, sought
Mid-Florida Radiation Oncology, P.A.
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Settlement Agreement
Page 2 of 7
overpayment in the amount of $36,216.68. The final agency audit report
pertaining to C.I. No. 01-1540-000 contained an overpayment amount of
$4453.51, and the final agency audit report pertaining to C.I. No. 01-1556-000
contained an overpayment amount of $31,763.17. In response to the final
agency audit reports, on July 8th, 2002 PROVIDER filed petitions for formal
administrative hearings.
4. The matters were referred to the Division of Administrative
Hearings (DOAH) and assigned DOAH Case No. 02-3854 (C.I. No. 01-1540-000)
and 02-3855 M.P.I. (C.I. No. 01-1556-000) The two cases were consolidated by
order of the Administrative Law Judge on November 7, 2002 and proceeded
under case number 02-3854 M.P.I. Subsequently, AHCA adjusted the
overpayment to $ 22, 288.53.
5. In order to resolve this matter without further administrative
proceedings, PROVIDER and AHCA expressly agree as follows:
{a) AHCA agrees to accept the payment set forth herein in
settlement of the overpayment issues arising from the MPI review.
(b) Within thirty (30) days of receipt of the Agency for Health Care
Administration Final Order incorporating by reference this
Settlement Agreement, PROVIDER agrees to make a single
payment in the total sum of TWENTY FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS
($25,000.00), which constitutes:
(1) Medicaid claims overpayment of $22,288.53
(2) Investigative Costs of $2711.47
Mid-Florida Radiation Oncology, P.A.
DOAH Case No. 02-3854 & 02-3855
Settlement Agreement
Page 3 of 7
(c) The payment of $25,000.00 shall be made payable and
remitted to:
Agency for Health Care Administration
Attn. Medicaid Accounts Receivable
P. O. Box 13749
Tallahassee, FL 32317-3749
in full and complete settlement of all claims in the audits referenced as C.L
No. C.I. No. G1-1540-000 and C.I. No. 01-1556-000. Payment shall clearly
indicate that it is pursuant to a settlement agreement and shall reference
Audits C.I. No. 01-1540-000 and C.I. No. 01-1556-000.
(d) PROVIDER and AHCA agree that full payment as set forth
above will resolve and settle this case completely and release both
parties from all liabilities arising from the findings in the audits
referenced as C.I. C.1. No. 01-1540-000 and C.I. No. 01-1556-
ooo.
(ec) PROVIDER is responsible for ensuring timely delivery of the
payment set forth herein. Furthermore, failure to timely make the
payment will render the balance due and payable immediately,
with statutory interest, and interest will continue to accrue until
the entire balance is paid. AHCA reserves the right to seek
enforcement of this agreement by any legal means.
(f) PROVIDER agrees that it will not re-bill the Medicaid Program in
any manner for claims that were not covered by Medicaid, which
are the subject of the audits in this case.
(g) PROVIDER and AHCA will cooperate in an effort to determine
the appropriate method for documenting records and submitting
claims for weekly radiation treatment management services to
AHCA. Furthermore, PROVIDER may decide to conduct self-
audit(s) to determine if it improperly submitted claims to AHCA for
weekly radiation treatment management services and then submit
the results of that audit to AHCA for review. AHCA will agree not
to conduct an audit for the time period covered by the PROVIDER’s
self-audit[s] only if AHCA, within its sole discretion, determines
that the Provider’s self-audit[s] are accurate and_ sufficient.
Subject to the provisions of this paragraph, AHCA will conduct a
comprehensive follow-up review within 6 months of the date of the
Mid-Florida Radiation Oncology, P.A.
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Settlement Agreement
Page 4 of 7
Final Order in the cause to ensure that PROVIDER is billing
Medicaid correctly.
6. PROVIDER agrees that failure to pay any monies due and owing
under the terms of this Agreement shall constitute PROVIDER’s authorization
for the Agency, without further notice, to withhold the total remaining amount
due under the terms of this agreement from any monies due and owing to
PROVIDER for any Medicaid claims.
7. AHCA reserves the right to enforce this Agreement under the laws
of the State of Florida, the Rules of the Medicaid Program, and all other
applicable rules and regulations.
8. This settlement does not constitute an admission of wrongdoing or
error by either party with respect to this case or any other matter.
9. The parties agree to bear their own attorney’s fees and costs, if
any, except as hereinabove stated.
10. The signatories to this Agreement, acting in a representative
capacity, represent that they are duly authorized to enter into this Agreement
on behalf of the respective parties.
11. This Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the
provisions of the laws of Florida. Venue for any action arising from this
Agreement shall be in Leon County, Florida.
Mid-Florida Radiation Oncology, P.A.
DOAH Case No. 02-3854 & 02-3855
Settlement Agreement
Page 5 of 7
12. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between
PROVIDER and AHCA, including anyone acting for, associated with or
employed by them, concerning all matters and supersedes any prior
discussions, agreements or understandings; there are no promises,
representations or agreements between PROVIDER and AHCA other than as set
forth herein. No modification or waiver of any provision shall be valid unless a
written amendment to the Agreement is completed and properly executed by
the parties.
13. This is an Agreement of settlement and compromise, made in
recognition that the parties may have different or incorrect understandings,
information and contentions, as to facts and law, and with each party
compromising and settling any potential correctness or incorrectness of its
understandings, information and contentions as to facts and law, so that no
misunderstanding or misinformation shall be a ground for rescission hereof.
14. PROVIDER expressly waives in this matter its right to any hearing
pursuant to sections 120.569 or 120.57, Florida Statutes, the making of
findings of fact and conclusions of law by the Agency, and all further and other
proceedings to which it may be entitled by law or rules of the Agency regarding
this proceeding and any and all issues raised herein. PROVIDER further
agrees that it shall not challenge or contest any Final Order entered in this
matter that is consistent with the terms of this settlement in any forum now or
Mid-Florida Radiation Oncology, P.A.
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Settlement Agreement
Page 6 of 7
in the future available to it, including the right to any administrative
proceeding, circuit or federal court action or any appeal.
15. This Agreement is and shall be deemed jointly drafted and written
by all parties to it and shall not be construed or interpreted against the party
originating or preparing it.
16. To the extent that any provision of this Agreement is prohibited by
law, for any reason, such provision shall be effective to the extent not so
prohibited, and such prohibition shall not affect any other provision of this
Agreement.
17. This Agreement shall inure to the benefit of and be binding on each
party’s successors, assigns, heirs, administrators, representatives and
trustees.
18. All times stated herein are of the essence of this Agreement.
19. This Agreement shall be in full force and effect upon execution by
the respective parties in counterpart.
. ~ Dated: 2 [ 4 , 2003.
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AUTHORIZED
Mid-Florida Radiation Oncology, P.A.
DOAH Case No. 02-3854 & 02-3855
Settlement Agreement
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THE AGENCY:
Dated: Qehrbrer a2/
RUFUS NOBLE Jaci le
Inspector General
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VALDA CLARK CHRISTIAN
eneral Counsel
, 2003.
, 2003.
Docket for Case No: 02-003855MPI
Issue Date |
Proceedings |
Nov. 14, 2003 |
Final Order filed.
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Jul. 14, 2003 |
Order Closing File. CASE CLOSED.
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Jul. 14, 2003 |
Order Closing File. CASE CLOSED.
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Jul. 11, 2003 |
Motion to Remand Case to the Agency for Health Care Administration (filed by Respondent via facsimile).
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Jul. 10, 2003 |
Notice of Cancellation of Deposition (P. Blitzer, M.D.) filed via facsimile.
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Jun. 10, 2003 |
Notice of Taking Deposition Duces Tecum (2), (P. Blitzer, M.D. and C. Milligan) filed via facsimile.
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Jun. 06, 2003 |
Order Granting Continuance and Re-scheduling Hearing (hearing set for August 27 through 29, 2003; 9:30 a.m.; Tallahassee, FL).
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Jun. 04, 2003 |
Order Granting Continuance and Re-scheduling Hearing issued (hearing set for August 20 through 22, 2003; 9:30 a.m.; Tallahassee, FL).
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Jun. 04, 2003 |
Motion to Reschedule Hearing (filed by Petitioner via facsimile).
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May 30, 2003 |
Amended Stipulated Motion to Continue Hearing (filed via facsimile).
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May 23, 2003 |
Stipulated Motion to Continue Hearing (filed via facsimile).
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May 19, 2003 |
Notice of Cancellation of Deposition (2), (S. Frederick and P. Blitzer, M.D.) filed via facsimile.
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May 19, 2003 |
Petitioner`s Responses to Respondent`s Second Request for Admissions (filed via facsimile).
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May 19, 2003 |
Notice of Cancellation of Deposition (2), (S. Dickson and Dr. R. Woody) filed via facsimile.
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May 14, 2003 |
Amended Notice of Taking Deposition Duces Tecum (S. Frederick) filed via facsimile.
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May 07, 2003 |
Notice of Taking Deposition Duces Tecum (P. Blitzer, MD) filed via facsimile.
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Apr. 30, 2003 |
Notice of Taking Deposition Duces Tecum (S. Frederick) filed via facsimile.
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Apr. 29, 2003 |
Notice of Deposition (2), (S. Dicksen and R. Woody) filed via facsimile.
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Apr. 01, 2003 |
Notice of Hearing issued (hearing set for June 10, 2003; 10:00 a.m.; Tallahassee, FL).
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Apr. 01, 2003 |
Notice of Hearing issued (hearing set for June 10, 2003; 10:00 a.m.; Tallahassee, FL).
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Mar. 27, 2003 |
Motion to Set Case for Hearing (filed by Respondent via facsimile).
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Mar. 05, 2003 |
Order Continuing Case in Abeyance issued (parties to advise status by March 27, 2003).
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Feb. 14, 2003 |
Joint Motion to Continue Abatement (filed via facsimile).
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Jan. 14, 2003 |
Order Granting Continuance and Placing Case in Abeyance issued (parties to advise status by February 14, 2003).
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Jan. 10, 2003 |
Notice of Filing Verified Answers to Second Set of Interrogatories (filed by Petitioner via facsimile).
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Jan. 07, 2003 |
(Joint) Motion to Continue (filed via facsimile).
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Jan. 06, 2003 |
Notice of Cancellation of Deposition (2), (S. Dickson and Dr. R. Woody) filed by Respondent via facsimile.
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Jan. 06, 2003 |
Notice of Cancellation of Deposition (P. Blitzer, M.D.) filed via facsimile.
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Dec. 27, 2002 |
Notice of Deposition (2), (Dr. R. Woody and S. Dickerson) filed via facsimile.
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Dec. 27, 2002 |
Amended Notice of Taking Deposition Duces Tecum (P. Blitzer) filed via facsimile.
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Dec. 23, 2002 |
Subpoena Duces Tecum (P. Blitzer, M.D.) filed via facsimile.
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Dec. 23, 2002 |
Notice of Taking Deposition Duces Tecum (P. Blitzer, M.D.) filed via facsimile.
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Dec. 20, 2002 |
Notice of Filing Verified Answers to Interrogatories (filed by Petitioner via facsimile).
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Dec. 17, 2002 |
Letter to Judge Ruff from B. Lamb requesting subpoenas (filed via facsimile).
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Dec. 10, 2002 |
Notice of Service of Second Set of Interrogatories (filed by Respondent via facsimile).
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Dec. 06, 2002 |
Notice of Filing Answers to Interrogatories, Response to Request for Production, and Response to Request for Admissions (filed by Petitioner via facsimile).
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Nov. 07, 2002 |
Order of Consolidation issued. (consolidated cases are: 02-003854MPI, 02-003855MPI)
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Nov. 05, 2002 |
Notice of Service of First Set of Interrogatories, Request for Admissions, & Request for Production of Documents (filed by G. Shirejian via facsimile).
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Oct. 30, 2002 |
Motion to Consolidate (cases requested to be consolidated 02-3855, 02-3854) (filed by Petitioner via facsimile).
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Oct. 28, 2002 |
Notice of Interrogatories to Respondent (filed by Petitioner via facsimile).
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Oct. 24, 2002 |
Joint Response to Initial Order (filed via facsimile).
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Oct. 24, 2002 |
Notice of Substitution of Counsel and Request for Service (filed by Respondent via facsimile).
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Oct. 24, 2002 |
Notice of Appearance (filed by B. Lamb via facsimile).
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Oct. 15, 2002 |
Re-Notice filed by L. McCharen.
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Oct. 11, 2002 |
Letter to Judge Ruff from R. Woody in reply to Initial Order (filed via facsimile).
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Oct. 03, 2002 |
Initial Order issued.
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Oct. 02, 2002 |
Final Agency Audit Report Letter filed.
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Oct. 02, 2002 |
Request for Hearing filed.
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Oct. 02, 2002 |
Notice (of Agency referral) filed.
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