Comprehensive Curriculum

Learn about the various types of fraud, waste, and abuse in healthcare and how to detect and prevent them.

Expert Instructors

Get insights from industry experts with years of experience in healthcare compliance and fraud detection.

Learn how to prevent fraud and abuse.

Engage in interactive lessons and case studies to apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios.

About the Course

Fraud, Waste, and Abuse (FWA) are more than just compliance buzzwords—they are serious issues that impact the entire healthcare industry. This course is designed for healthcare professionals, medical billers, practice managers, and support staff who are committed to upholding ethical and compliant practices in their organizations. In this comprehensive training, you’ll gain a deep understanding of what constitutes fraud, waste, and abuse in the healthcare setting. You’ll explore the federal laws that govern healthcare fraud, including the False Claims Act, Anti-Kickback Statute, and Stark Law. We’ll walk through real-world examples of FWA, clarify your responsibilities as a healthcare professional, and teach you exactly how to report suspicious activity to the proper authorities. Whether you work in a small clinic or a large healthcare organization, staying compliant is not just a best practice—it’s a legal requirement. This course will equip you with the tools and knowledge you need to help prevent costly mistakes, protect your organization, and provide ethical care to every patient.

About the Creator

 Annetta Schwader is a Certified Professional Billing Instructor, Nurse Practitioner, and the Owner of Gateway Medical Solutions. She has over 30 years experience in the healthcare field as a Nursing instructor and Nurse Practitiioner, and over 18 years of experience in medical billing, revenue cycle management, and healthcare compliance, Annetta has trained hundreds of professionals and helped physician practices across the country improve their billing operations and stay compliant with CMS guidelines. She is also the founder of GMS Learning Academy, where she creates real-world, practical training programs for today’s healthcare professionals. Annetta’s teaching style is known for being clear, direct, and approachable—empowering students with not just knowledge, but confidence. From startup billing companies to large specialty clinics, her guidance has led to improved compliance, increased collections, and fewer headaches across the board. This course reflects her dedication to ethical billing, healthcare integrity, and the professionals who make it all happen behind the scenes.

Curriculum

4 Chapters · 8 Lessons

  1. 1

    Introduction to Fraud, Waste, and Abuse

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Understanding Fraud Waste and Abuse in Healthcare

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Introduction to Fraud Waste and Abuse Quiz

  2. 2

    Key Federal Laws Governing Fraud, Waste and Abuse

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Key Federal Laws Governing Fraud, Waste and Abuse

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Key Laws Governing Fraud Waste and Abuse QUIZ

  3. 3

    Reporting Fraud, Waste, and Abuse

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Reporting Fraud, Waste and Abuse

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Reporting Fraud, Waste and Abuse QUIZ

  4. 4

    Compliance Programs and Enforcement Actions

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Compliance Programs and Enforcement Actions

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Compliance Program and Enforcement Quiz

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