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COMPLETE REHABILITATION SERVICES, INC. vs AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION, 04-002988MPI (2004)

Court: Division of Administrative Hearings, Florida Number: 04-002988MPI Visitors: 7
Petitioner: COMPLETE REHABILITATION SERVICES, INC.
Respondent: AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION
Judges: DIANE CLEAVINGER
Agency: Agency for Health Care Administration
Locations: Tallahassee, Florida
Filed: Aug. 20, 2004
Status: Closed
Settled and/or Dismissed prior to entry of RO/FO on Monday, February 28, 2005.

Latest Update: Sep. 22, 2024
STATE OF FLORIDA AGENCY FOR HEATH CARE ADMINISTRATION ».-1 -~~ COMPLETE REHABILITATION SERVICES, INC., Petitioner, SINC CICS, vs. CASE NO. 04-2988MPI Audit No. 00-0238-000 AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE 00-0240-000 ADMINISTRATION, Respondent. / 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 “settlement agreement”. Based on the foregoing, this proceeding is CLOSED. DONE and ORDERED on this the jeg day of AVS A , 2005, in Tallahassee, Florida. = fo Bian Levine, Secretary Agency for 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: Lynn Lambert Complete Rehabilitation Services 2108 Louis Turner Blvd Fort Walton, FL 32547 Debora Fridie, Esquire Attorney for Agency AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION 2727 Mahan Drive Fort Knox Building 3, Mail Stop 3 Tallahassee, Florida 32308 Diane Clevenger Administrative Law Judge Division of Administrative Hearings Tne DeSoto Building 1230 Apalachee Parkway Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3060 Medicaid Program Integrity 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 1G day of Ape il , 2005. Ls OY _sAgengy Clerk VY ji / / “State of Florida ( { Agency for Health Care Administration 2727 Mahan Drive, Building #3, Mail Stop 3 Tallahassee, Florida 32308-5403 mae STATE OF FLORIDA [= Pe ia DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS : COMPLETE REHABILITATION SERVICES, INC. Petitioner, vs. CASE NO. 04-2988MPT AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION, Respondent. / STIPULATION AND AGREEMENT STATE OF FLORIDA, AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION (“AHCA” or “the Agency”), and LYNN LAMBERT, D/B/A COMPLETE REHABILITATION SERVICES, INC., (“PROVIDER”), by and through the undersigned, hereby stipulate and agree as follows: 1. The two parties enter into this agreement for the purpose of memorializing the resolution to this matter. 2. PROVIDER is a Medicaid provider in the State of Florida, operating under provider number 8841900-00 as Lynn Lambert and under provider number 8109681-02 as Complete Rehabilitation Services. Page 1 of 3 Case No. 04-2988MPI C.I. Nos. 02-0238-00 and 02-0240-000 Complete Rehabilitation Services, Inc., vs. AHCA Stipulation and Agreement 3. In its Final Agency Audit Reports C.I. Nos. 00-0238-00 and 00-0240-000 (the "Audit Letters") AHCA notified PROVIDER that 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 sought repayment of an overpayment in the amount of $7,604.78 for Audit Letter C.I. No. 00-0238-00 and $14,624.87 for Audit Letter C.I. No. 00-0240-00. In response, PROVIDER petitioned for a formal administrative hearing on both audit letters with the Division of Administrative Hearings, Case No. 04-2988-MPI. After the provider requested a formal hearing, AHCA reviewed documentation that was previously unavailable to them. Based upon that review, AHCA adjusted the overpayment to $1,516.40 for C.I. Number 00-0238-000 and $6,802.22 for C.I. Number 00-0240- 000, for a total overpayment of $8,318.62. 4. In order to resolve this matter without further administrative proceedings, PROVIDER and AHCA expressly agree as follows: (a) AHCA will accept the payment set forth herein as a complete resolution of the overpayment issues arising from the MPI review cited in paragraph 2 above. Page 2 of 9 Case No. c.I. Nos. 04-2988MPI 02-0238-00 and 02-0240-000 Complete Rehabilitation Services, Inc., vs. AHCA Stipulation and Agreement (b) PROVIDER agrees to pay Eight Thousand Three Hundred Eighteen and 62/100 Dollars ($8,318.62) to AHCA, to be paid in six (6) equal installments of $1,427.15 each, which amounts include principal and statutory interest. Within thirty (30) days of issuance of the Final Order, PROVIDER agrees to make the first installment payment to AHCA of One Thousand Four Hundred Twenty-Seven and 15/100 Dollars ($1,427.15). PROVIDER shall pay each subsequent installment payment on the balance due within thirty (30) days of the due date of the previous payment until the overpayment amount is paid in full. In the event that the PROVIDER pays the balance due early, there is no penalty for early payment. The outstanding balance of $8,318.62 will accrue interest at the rate as set forth in Section 409.913(25) (c), Florida Statutes, until the balance is paid in full. AHCA retains the right to perform a 6-month follow-up review. PROVIDER is responsible for ensuring timely delivery of the payment. Failure to timely make the payment will render the balance due and payable immediately, with interest, and interest will continue to accrue until the entire balance is paid. Page 3 of 9 Case No. 04-2988MPI C.I. Nos. 02-0238-00 and 02-0240-000 Complete Rehabilitation Services, Inc., vs. AHCA Stipulation and Agreement (d) PROVIDER and AHCA agree that full payment as set forth above will resolve and settle this case completely and release all parties from all liabilities arising from the findings in the audit referenced as C.I. Numbers 00-0238-000 and 00-0240-000. (e) PROVIDER agrees that it will not rebill the Medicaid Program in any manner for claims that were not covered by Medicaid, which are the subject of the audit in this case. (£) PROVIDER agrees to fully cooperate with any follow up reviews conducted by the Agency. 5. Payment shall be made to: AGENCY FOR HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION Medicaid Accounts Receivable Post Office Box 13749 Tallahassee, Florida 32317-3749 And payment shall clearly indicate that it is per a stipulation and agreement and shall reference the C.I. Numbers and the Provider Numbers. 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 Page 4 of 9 Case No. 04-2988MPI C.I. Nos. 02-0238-00 and 02-0240-000 Complete Rehabilitation Services, Inc., vs. AHCA Stipulation and Agreement this agreement from any monies due and owing to PROVIDER for any Medicaid claims. 7. AHCA reserves the right to enforce this Stipulation and Agreement under the laws of the State of Florida, the Rules of the Medicaid Program, and all other applicable rules and regulations. 8. The parties agree to bear their own attorney’s fees and other costs, if any. 9, 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. Furthermore, PROVIDER agrees that its signature alone binds PROVIDER to make the payment as set forth in this agreement. PROVIDER shall furnish the actual signed Stipulation and Agreement to AHCA; however a facsimile copy shall be sufficient to enable AHCA to cancel a hearing scheduled in this case. 10. 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. 11. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between PROVIDER and the AHCA, including anyone acting for, associated with or employed by them, concerning all matters and Page 5 of 9 Case No. 04-2988MPI C.I. Nos. 02-0238-00 and 02-0240-000 Complete Rehabilitation Services, Inc., vs. AHCA Stipulation and Agreement supersedes any prior discussions, agreements or understandings; there are no promises, representations or agreements between PROVIDER and the 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. 12. 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. This Stipulation and Agreement does not constitute an admission of wrongdoing or error by either party with respect to this case or any other matter. However, the parties believe that this matter should be resolved because the parties have agreed to the terms contained within this agreement. 13. 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 Page 6 of 9 Case No. 04-2988MPI C.I. Nos. 02-0238-00 and 02-0240-000 Complete Rehabilitation Services, Inc., vs. AHCA Stipulation and Agreement may be entitled by law or rules of the Agency regarding this proceeding and any and all issues raised herein. PROVIDER further agrees that the Agency should issue a Final Order which is consistent with the terms of this Stipulation and Agreement, that. adopts this agreement and closes this matter. 14. Provider does hereby discharge the State of Florida, Agency for Health Care Administration, and its agents, representatives, and attorneys of and from all claims, demands, actions, causes of action, suits, damages, losses and expenses, of any and every nature whatsoever, arising out of or in any way related to this matter, C.I. Nos. 00-0238-00 and 00-0240-00, and AHCA’s actions herein, including, but not limited to, any claims that were or may be asserted in any federal or state court or administrative forum, including any claims arising out of this agreement, by or on behalf of Provider. 18. This Stipulation and 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 Stipulation and Agreement is prohibited by law, for any reason, such provision shall be effective to the extent not so prohibited, Page 7 of 9 Case No. 04-2988MPI C.I. Nos. 02-0238-00 and 02-0240-000 Complete Rehabilitation Services, Inc., vs. AHCA Stipulation and Agreement and such prohibition shall not affect any other provision of this Stipulation and Agreement. 17. This Stipulation and 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 in this Stipulation and Agreement. 19. This Stipulation and Agreement shall be in full force and effect upon execution by the respective parties in counterpart. PETITIONER LYNN LAMBERT D/B/A COMPLETE REHABILITATION SERVICES, INC. BY: cyst fsa pate: /)lArefu [4 , 2005 Lunn 2, Lembet, M.S. , Cot AP (Printed name and title) Page 8 of 9 Case No. 04-2988MPI C.I. Nos. 02-0238-00 and 02-0240-000 Complete Rehabilitation Services, Inc., vs. AHCA Stipulation and Agreement AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION 2727 Mahan Drive, Mail Stop #3 Tallahassee, FL 32308-5403 Si LE, Date: Y. JY JAMES D. BOY. Inspector General , 2005 € a Date: LL , 2005 VADDA—CDARK-CHRISTIAN |/ 4. (once General Counsel Cp ~ ; (hin [FuadEl pate: /Mar ch /7_, 2005 DEBORA E. FRIDIE Assistant General Counsel Page 9 of 9

Docket for Case No: 04-002988MPI
Issue Date Proceedings
Apr. 27, 2005 Final Order filed.
Feb. 28, 2005 Order Closing File. CASE CLOSED.
Feb. 25, 2005 Notice of Settlement in Principle and Joint Motion to Close File.
Feb. 23, 2005 Second Amended Notice of Amended Overpayment Amounts as Set Forth in the FAARS.
Dec. 28, 2004 Transcript Volume 1 filed.
Dec. 22, 2004 Joint Notice of Conflict and Notice of Availability of Both Parties for Further Proceedings filed.
Dec. 13, 2004 Amended Notice of Hearing (hearing set for March 1, 2005; 9:30 a.m.; Tallahassee, FL).
Nov. 05, 2004 Joint Notice of Availability of Petitioner and Respondent Agency for Further Proceedings (filed via facsimile).
Oct. 29, 2004 Order (Respondent`s Motion for Official Recognition granted).
Oct. 29, 2004 Respondent`s Motion to Restrict Use and Disclosure of Information Concerning Medicaid Program Applicants and Beneficiaries (filed via facsimile).
Oct. 28, 2004 Respondent`s Motion for Official Recognition filed.
Oct. 28, 2004 Respondent`s Witness List (filed via facsimile).
Oct. 28, 2004 Respondent`s Exhibit List (filed via facsimile).
Oct. 22, 2004 Order (Respondent`s First Motion in Limine Denied).
Oct. 21, 2004 Order Granting Withdrawal as Counsel.
Oct. 20, 2004 Shutts & Bowen`s Motion to Withdraw as Counsel (filed via facsimile).
Oct. 20, 2004 Amended Notice of Amended Overpayment Amount to Correct Dates of FAARS (filed by Respondent via facsimile).
Oct. 20, 2004 Notice of Amended Overpayment Amount (filed by Respondent via facsimile).
Oct. 20, 2004 Respondent`s Motion for Costs (filed via facsimile).
Oct. 08, 2004 Amended Notice of Hearing (hearing set for November 1 and 2, 2004; 9:30 a.m.; Tallahassee, FL; amended as to Location Only).
Oct. 07, 2004 Petitioner`s Opposition to Respondent`s Motion for Change of Venue of Final Hearing (filed via facsimile).
Oct. 07, 2004 Respondent`s Motion for Change of Venue of Final Hearing to Leon County, Florida, Pursuant to Section 409.913(27), Florida Statutes (2002) (filed via facsimile).
Oct. 05, 2004 Notice of filing Final Agency Audit Report, C.I. Number 00-238-000 (filed by Respondent via facsimile).
Oct. 05, 2004 Notice of Scriveners` Errors in Final Agency Audit Report, C.I. Number 00-240-000 (filed by Respondent via facsimile).
Oct. 01, 2004 Notice of Hearing (hearing set for November 1 and 2, 2004; 12:00 p.m.; Fort Walton Beach, FL).
Sep. 17, 2004 Respondent`s Response to Petitioner`s Response to Initial Order and Notice of Conflict with Some of Petitioner`s Proposed Hearing dates (filed via facsimile).
Sep. 17, 2004 Petitioner`s Response to Initial Order (filed via facsimile).
Sep. 15, 2004 Respondent`s Unilateral Response to Initial Order (filed via facsimile).
Sep. 13, 2004 Order For Enlargement of Time (Joint Response to Initial Order now due September 17, 2004).
Sep. 03, 2004 Motion for Enlargement of Time to File Joint Response to Initial Order (filed by D. Fridie via facsimile).
Aug. 30, 2004 Initial Order.
Aug. 27, 2004 Order of Consolidation. (consolidated cases are: 04-002988MPI and 04-002991MPI)
Aug. 24, 2004 Order Reopening Proceedings. (previously DOAH Case No. 03-3307MPI)
Aug. 20, 2004 Motion to Reopen Proceeding (filed via facsimile).
Sep. 12, 2003 Letter to Ms. Bennett from M. Gennett requesting mediation filed.
Sep. 12, 2003 Notice of Appearance (filed by M. Gennett, Esquire).
Sep. 12, 2003 Petition for Formal Administrative Hearing filed.
Sep. 12, 2003 Final Agency Audit Report C.I. No. 00-0239-000 filed.
Sep. 12, 2003 Final Agency Audit Report C.I No. 00-240-000 filed.
Sep. 12, 2003 Notice (of Agency referral) filed.
Source:  Florida - Division of Administrative Hearings

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