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UnitedHealthcare – Improper Payments for Medical Services Designated By Modifier Code 59
… and retired State, participating local government and school district employees and their dependents. The Empire … billed with modifier 59 may involve a different anatomical site or separate injury. From September 1, 2012 to August 31, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/01/08/unitedhealthcare-improper-payments-medical-services-designated-modifier-code-59Risk Assessment and Implementation of Measures to Address Extreme Weather Conditions
… the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) – New York City Transit (Transit) identified potential damage to its … and depth of storm surge will increase across New York City. With the sea level rise, future storms will flood more … stemming from Superstorm Sandy, which hit the New York City area in October 2012 causing significant coastal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/09/29/risk-assessment-and-implementation-measures-address-extreme-weather-conditionsDiNapoli: School Districts Need to Improve Oversight of Technology Equipment
… records include the details necessary to adequately track and locate assets and that asset records, at a minimum, … to the inventory records. Update inventory records to track assets not included in district records. Develop a … safe from environmental damage. Report IT Asset Management Track state and local government spending at Open Book New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/03/dinapoli-school-districts-need-improve-oversight-technology-equipmentNYS Comptroller DiNapoli Supports Warren & Rosen Legislation to End Secrecy in Workplace Harassment Settlements
… As a major investor in companies from Wynn Resorts to News Corp., we've seen the damage that occurs when companies …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/02/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-supports-warren-rosen-legislation-end-secrecy-workplace-harassmentNY State Comptroller DiNapoli Asks for Report on Due Diligence in Wake of Dakota Pipeline Controversy
… York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund), is calling on Marathon Petroleum to explain how it identifies and addresses … Trillium Asset Management and As You Sow. In December, Marathon asked the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) … on April 26 in Findlay, Ohio. The Fund holds shares of Marathon valued at approximately $78.8 million. "Given the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/ny-state-comptroller-dinapoli-asks-report-due-diligence-wake-dakota-pipeline-controversyRisk Assessment and Implementation of Measures to Address Extreme Weather Conditions
… in the “year dollars” of the Master Plan document (i.e., an estimate as if the project were to be awarded … for performing weekly/monthly inspections of snow fighter equipment. 1. Substantial completion refers to a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/01/02/risk-assessment-and-implementation-measures-address-extreme-weather-conditionsDiNapoli: Food Giant ConAgra Agrees to State Pension Fund's Proposal to Buy Sustainable Palm Oil
… to using only sustainably-sourced palm oil that is grown and harvested in ways that do not contribute to rainforest … suppliers produce it in ways that destroy rainforests and promote climate change. By taking the added step of … ConAgra is promoting better environmental practices and protecting the company and its investors from …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/08/dinapoli-food-giant-conagra-agrees-state-pension-funds-proposal-buy-sustainable-palm-oilDiNapoli: Better DEC Oversight of Dams Recommended To Prevent Failures and Safeguard Communities
… of compliance with the state’s dam safety regulations to guard against potential costly and life-threatening failures, according to an audit released today by New York State Comptroller … DiNapoli. “Dam failures are rare in New York, and we want to keep it that way,” DiNapoli said. “The New York State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/02/dinapoli-better-dec-oversight-dams-recommended-prevent-failures-and-safeguard-communitiesDiNapoli: Billions Needed for Repairs to Local Bridges
… by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. While the cost for repairs is staggering, DiNapoli’s report found the number of … deficient (18.4 percent) than other local bridges. The highest number of structurally deficient local bridges are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/10/dinapoli-billions-needed-repairs-local-bridgesOversight of Dam Safety
… public safety, but they can also cause millions of dollars in damage and can result in the impairment of many other infrastructure systems, such … not properly filtered and soil particles form sink holes in the dam). When a dam fails, resources must be devoted to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/02/21/oversight-dam-safetyTown of Java – Water Accountability (2013M-338)
… 2012 through October 17, 2013. Background The Town of Java is located in Wyoming County and has a population of 2,057. The Town is governed by an elected Town Board comprised of the Town … meters. Conversely, if the unaccounted-for water is due to leaks rather than malfunctioning meters, the Town …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2014/02/07/town-java-water-accountability-2013m-338Oil Spill Fund
… New York Environmental Protection and Spill Compensation Fund The Oil Spill Fund protects our air, soil and water supplies from toxic petroleum spills. Although the Oil Spill Fund plays many roles, its priorities are to: pay for spill … The Oil Spill Fund protects our air soil and water supplies from toxic …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/about/oil-spill-fundNatural Gas Damage Compensation Fund
… Program Legislative Session 2021-2022: Natural Gas Damage Compensation Fund – A.7282 (Englebright) – Establishes the natural gas production contamination response and compensation program; and creates the New York natural gas … the natural gas production contamination response and compensation program and creates the New York natural gas …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legislation/natural-gas-damage-compensation-fund-1DiNapoli: NYC Emergency Management Failing to Ensure the City is Prepared for Disasters
… Ten years after Superstorm Sandy devastated the New York City metropolitan area, killing dozens of people and causing billions of dollars in damage, the city needs to be better prepared for another catastrophic … Ten years after Superstorm Sandy devastated the New York City metropolitan area killing dozens of people …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/10/dinapoli-nyc-emergency-management-failing-ensure-city-prepared-disastersVillage of Nichols – Financial Condition (2013M-50)
… Town of Nichols, Tioga County. The Village is governed by a Board of Trustees which comprises five elected members … for the 2012-13 fiscal year is $101,711, funded mainly from real property taxes, State aid and non-property tax … of this magnitude other than to hope that it might get some revenue source, like Federal or State aid, if there …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/06/07/village-nichols-financial-condition-2013m-50Travel Advisory No. 3
… their official station and their home, they are considered in travel status and are eligible for reimbursement of travel … accordance with this Travel Manual. Unused Common Carrier Tickets In the event that an employee purchases common … report with the rental car vendor. Reference: To view all updated information, please see the OSC Travel Manual . …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/travel-advisory/3-travel-manual-updateDiNapoli: Extreme Weather and Disaster Response Costs Rise in NY
… Thomas P. DiNapoli found the frequency of severe weather in the state is growing, taking a toll on New York’s residents, property and economy. While New York is investing to reduce those … disasters and emergencies has averaged $958.6 million in aid annually. While actual annual amounts are variable …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/10/dinapoli-extreme-weather-and-disaster-response-costs-rise-nyDiNapoli: State Tax Revenues Down $3 Billion
… rates may force more shutdowns and even greater economic damage. Washington must respond with more economic stimulus, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/11/dinapoli-state-tax-revenues-down-3-billionAllocation, Billing, and Collection of Expenses of Administering the Motor Vehicle Financial Security Act and the Motor Vehicle Safety Responsibility Act
… or whose property they might damage as a result of an accident. Department activities relating to the Acts fall … the Compulsory Insurance Services Program, and the Accident Prevention Course Program. Under the Acts, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/12/13/allocation-billing-and-collection-expenses-administering-motor-vehicle-financial-securityOpinion 89-15
… and protected by such department. April 19, 1989 Ms. Anna L. Conkey, Town Clerk Town of Argyle George R. Mulvaney, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-15