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Restrictions on Consecutive Hours of Work for Nurses (Follow-Up)
… in our initial audit report Restrictions on Consecutive Hours of Work for Nurses (Report 2017-S-14 ). About the … Labor Law – referred to as the Restrictions on Consecutive Hours of Work for Nurses Law (Law). Effective July 2009, the Law limits the consecutive hours of work by Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/09/09/restrictions-consecutive-hours-work-nurses-followDiNapoli: Farms Generated $5.7 Billion for New York Economy
… New York state farms generated $5.7 billion in revenue in 2017, according to a report released today by State … DiNapoli said. “Farms generate billions of dollars in sales, provide jobs and enhance our quality of life. But … New York state farms generated $57 billion in revenue in 2017 according to a report released today by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/08/dinapoli-farms-generated-57-billion-new-york-economyState Medicaid Bought Erectile Dysfunction Drugs for Sex Offenders
… and erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs and treatments for 47 sex offenders, according to an audit released today by State … for ED drugs and treatments for recipients, including sex offenders, that are barred under Medicaid. “There are … it comes to erectile dysfunction drugs. And paying for sex offenders who’ve committed terrible crimes to get these …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/06/state-medicaid-bought-erectile-dysfunction-drugs-sex-offendersMedicaid Overpayments for Inpatient Care Involving Mechanical Ventilation Services
… provides the force needed to deliver air to the lungs in a patient whose ability to breathe is diminished or lost. … ventilation services. Key Finding We identified $975,795 in overpayments on 32 inpatient claims that reported 96 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/05/16/medicaid-overpayments-inpatient-care-involving-mechanical-ventilation-servicesAnnual Assessment of Market Orders for 2015 and 2016
… 2014 through June 30, 2016 for the Apple and Sour Cherry Market Orders and the period April 1, 2014 through March 31, … the Program During the audit period, the Department’s Market Order Administration was responsible for the administration of all farm product market orders, except those involving dairy products. Each …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/05/16/annual-assessment-market-orders-2015-and-2016DiNapoli: Tax Cap Remains at Two Percent for 2020
… levy growth will be 2 percent for the second year in a row, however, mixed economic signals may require local … The tax cap, which first applied to local governments in 2012, limits tax levy increases to the lesser of the rate … spending, the state's 160,000 contracts, billions in state payments and public authority data. Visit the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/07/dinapoli-tax-cap-remains-two-percent-2020Bradford Fire Co. Treasurer Arrested for Stealing Public Funds
… Sherry Hamilton. She was charged with grand larceny in the third degree, a class D felony, after an audit and … uncovered that Hamilton misappropriated more than $8,000 in fire company funds by allegedly taking “advance” payments … was issued an appearance ticket and will be arraigned in town of Bradford court on August 1. “Ms. Hamilton …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/07/bradford-fire-co-treasurer-arrested-stealing-public-fundsDiNapoli Announces State Contract & Payment Actions for September 2014
… nearly 1,500 payments valued at nearly $7.4 million due to fraud, waste or other improprieties. As the state’s chief … office averages 11 days for contract reviews and two days to audit payments. DiNapoli releases this monthly notice to provide current information about the number and types of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/10/dinapoli-announces-state-contract-payment-actions-september-2014Medicaid Program – Medicaid Overpayments for Medicare Advantage Plan Services
… Background Many Medicaid recipients are also enrolled in Medicare Part C, also known as Medicare Managed Care or … Plan. We sampled 266 such claims (totaling $220,661 in Medicaid payments) to determine the appropriateness of the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/12/11/medicaid-program-medicaid-overpayments-medicare-advantage-plan-servicesDiNapoli Announces State Contract & Payment Actions for May 2014
… than 2,700 payments valued at more than $10 million due to fraud, waste or other improprieties. As the state’s chief … and improprieties. The Comptroller’s office averages 11 to 13 days for contract reviews and two days to audit … with Union Concrete & Construction Corp. to replace four I-290 bridges in Tonawanda. Office of General Services – …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2013/06/dinapoli-announces-state-contract-payment-actions-may-2014DiNapoli Finds Slow Property Tax Growth for Local Governments
… 2015-16. DiNapoli’s report also found that total local sales tax collections grew by $739 million, or 5.2 percent … percent in 2012 and 5 percent in 2011. Growth in county sales taxes outside New York City was 3.8 percent from 2012 … 1.7 percent. For 2014, the first three quarters saw slower sales tax growth, as downstate disaster recovery spending …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/01/dinapoli-finds-slow-property-tax-growth-local-governmentsDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Jump for Third Year
… including one related to the taxation of sales through online marketplaces – such as Amazon - have the potential to … Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . Track municipal spending, the state's 150,000 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/01/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-jump-third-yearAlternatives For Children – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… with disabilities who are between three and five years of age. Alternatives is reimbursed for preschool special education services through rates set by SED. The reimbursement rates are based on … in other than personal service costs, which consisted of $37,446 in expensed equipment that was not properly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/04/05/alternatives-children-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manualMembership Milestones for Police & Fire Retirement System (PFRS) Members
… know. Understanding your milestones will help you develop a sound financial plan. Select your tier and whether you are … over 20 years . A maximum of 32 years of service credit can be used in your pension calculation. If you are 55 or … (COLA) increases when you meet eligibility requirements. (Return to Top) Tier 2 & Tier 3 (Article 11) — 25-Year …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/membership-milestones-police-fire-retirement-system-pfrs-membersStatus of the Board-Approved Capital Plan for 2005-2011 (Follow-Up)
… longer and cost significantly more than was originally forecast. Key Finding Authority officials have made progress … implemented. Key Recommendation Officials are given 30 days after the issuance of the follow-up review to provide …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/06/27/status-board-approved-capital-plan-2005-2011-followTown of Somerset – Budgeting for Sales Tax (2016M-419)
… our audit was to review the Town's allocation of sales tax for the period January 1, 2015 through November 18, 2016. … Budgeted appropriations in the general and highway funds for 2016 totaled $2 million. Key Findings Town officials … Town of Somerset Budgeting for Sales Tax 2016M419 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2017/11/22/town-somerset-budgeting-sales-tax-2016m-419DiNapoli Announces State Contract & Payment Actions for February 2015
… million with the Oswego County Soil and Water Conservation District for the Finger Lakes-Lake Ontario Watershed … Bridge. $11.2 million with Cold Spring Construction Co. for removal and construction of Interchange 36 Bridge in … of Assemblyman Micah Kellner. New York State Legislature - Senate $435,000 to Kirkland & Ellis LLP for legal services …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/03/dinapoli-announces-state-contract-payment-actions-february-2015Pension Contribution Rates to Decrease for Fiscal Year 2015-16
… said. “The effects of the 2008 financial market collapse are still being felt around the country, but New York’s pension fund is well-funded, is steadily recovering and will continue to meet its … from 88.7 percent to 92.2 percent. Employer rates are determined based on actuarial assumptions recommended by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/09/pension-contribution-rates-decrease-fiscal-year-2015-16DiNapoli: Help for Vulnerable Adults in NYC Falls Short
… eligibility decisions and late service plans. The Office of Children and Family Services needs to strengthen its … Administration (HRA) and overseen by the state Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS). APS caseworkers help … who cannot care for themselves or who may be at risk of abuse, neglect, financial exploitation or other harm and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/10/dinapoli-help-vulnerable-adults-nyc-falls-shortMedicaid Program – Improper Payments for Certain Third-Party Cost-Sharing Claims
… Claims with a CARC PR 45 are currently configured to pay in eMedNY, while claims with a CARC CO 45 are not. All claims … of the coordination of benefits process, resulting in Medicaid overpayments to providers who misapplied CARC PR … and identified billing issues on each claim that resulted in Medicaid overpayments of $1,778,546, as follows: 17 claims …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/11/05/medicaid-program-improper-payments-certain-third-party-cost-sharing-claims