WHEREAS, the District participates in programs that provide services to Medicaid eligible individuals and receives Medicaid reimbursement for such programs, including the School Supportive Health Services Program;

WHEREAS, the New York State Office of the Medicaid Inspector General requires Medicaid providers to implement compliance programs aimed at detecting fraud, waste and abuse in the Medicaid program; and

WHEREAS, the District is committed to compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to Medicaid billing and reimbursement; and

WHEREAS, the District has developed a Medicaid Compliance Program aimed to prevent inaccurate billing or inappropriate practices in accordance with New York Social Services Law §363-d.

NOW, THEREFORE, the Board of Education resolves as follows:

1. The District’s Medicaid Compliance Program is hereby approved.

2. _____________________ is designated as the District’s Medicaid Compliance Officer in accordance with the Program.

3. The Superintendent and the District’s Medicaid Compliance officer are hereby directed to take steps to implement the District’s Medicaid Compliance Program.