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DiNapoli: Help for Vulnerable Adults in NYC Falls Short

… and high caseloads, according to an audit by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The audit found that inadequate state oversight led to missed visits and delayed service … Human Resources Administration (HRA) and overseen by the state Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS). APS …

Medicaid Program – Improper Payments for Certain Third-Party Cost-Sharing Claims

… the charge exceeds the maximum allowable fee. Providers can submit claims for unpaid cost-sharing, such as …

DiNapoli Announces State Contract & Payment Actions for December 2014

… on his commitment to added transparency via his Open Book New York website. Highlights for December 2014: Major … of Environmental Conservation $12.4 million with New England Interstate Water Pollution for coordination and …

Restrictions on Consecutive Hours of Work for Nurses (Follow-Up)

… provide direct patient care in hospitals, nursing homes, treatment centers, and other facilities licensed under …

DiNapoli: Farms Generated $5.7 Billion for New York Economy

… generated $5.7 billion in revenue in 2017, according to a  report  released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “Agriculture is an essential part of New York’s economy,” DiNapoli said. “Farms generate … for beer. New York is the third largest producer of wine, with its wineries producing nearly 32 million gallons …

State Medicaid Bought Erectile Dysfunction Drugs for Sex Offenders

… The state’s Medicaid program paid more than $60,000 for sexual and erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs and treatments for 47 sex offenders, according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … The states Medicaid program paid more than $60000 for sexual and erectile dysfunction ED drugs and treatments …

Medicaid 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 …

Annual Assessment of Market Orders for 2015 and 2016

… covered the period July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2016 for the Apple and Sour Cherry Market Orders and the period April 1, 2014 through March 31, 2016 for the Apple, Cabbage, and Onion Research and Development … Department’s Market Order Administration was responsible for the administration of all farm product market orders, …

DiNapoli: Tax Cap Remains at Two Percent for 2020

… Property tax levy growth for local governments with fiscal years that … fire districts, 44 cities and 10 villages. "The allowable levy growth will be 2 percent for the second year in a row, … first applied to local governments in 2012, limits tax levy increases to the lesser of the rate of inflation or 2 …

Bradford Fire Co. Treasurer Arrested for Stealing Public Funds

… with law enforcement to bring offenders to justice and recoup stolen public money. My thanks to District Attorney …

DiNapoli Announces State Contract & Payment Actions for September 2014

… to provide current information about the number and types of contracts and payments entered into by the state. This … for September 2014: Major Contracts Approved Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services  $173.2 million … for reconstruction of the Staten Island Expressway. $1.5 million to Barrett Paving Materials Inc. for Rt. 434 road …

Medicaid Program – Medicaid Overpayments for Medicare Advantage Plan Services

… claims for services also covered by Medicare Advantage plans. The audit covered the period from January 1, 2013 to … Medicare benefits and offer different health care plans (referred to as Medicare Advantage plans) tailored to the specific needs of Medicare … claims for services also covered by Medicare Advantage plans …

DiNapoli Announces State Contract & Payment Actions for May 2014

… in Tonawanda. Office of General Services – Construction $7.1 million with Fratello Construction Corp. to create a wet lab at the NY State Psychiatric Institute, Manhattan. $6.6 million with Louis C. Allegrone, Inc. to waterproof the … Education Department – High School Equivalency Exams $8.1 million with CTB McGraw-Hill LLC to develop paper and …

DiNapoli Finds Slow Property Tax Growth for Local Governments

… local governments have cut programs and staff, diminished rainy day funds, deferred maintenance and capital purchases or cut …

DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Jump for Third Year

… Local sales tax collections continued to climb in 2018, growing for the third year in a row, according to a  report  released today by State … “Local sales tax collections grew at a faster pace in 2018 than in recent years, boosting local revenues,” … Local sales tax collections continued to climb in 2018 growing for the third year in a row according to a …

Alternatives For Children – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual

… To determine whether the costs reported by Alternatives For Children (Alternatives) on its Consolidated Fiscal … The audit covered expenses reported on Alternatives’ CFR for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2015, and certain expenses reported on Alternatives’ CFRs for the two fiscal years ended June 30, 2014. Background …

State Comptroller DiNapoli: Costs Will Climb for Municipal Landfills

… face nearly $300 million in estimated long-term costs for their active and closed landfills, according to  a report … reach capacity, it is critical that local governments plan for future costs that will be paid long after the revenue … or public authorities. DiNapoli's report revealed that for local fiscal years ending in 2017, 80 local governments …

DiNapoli Announces State Contract & Payment Actions for June 2014

… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced today his … million due to fraud, waste or other improprieties. As the state’s chief financial officer, DiNapoli’s office reviews contracts for all state agencies and certain contracts for state public … State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli announced today his …

DiNapoli & NYC Make it Easier to Save for College

… Plan  has eliminated the $25 minimum contribution required to open an account in an effort to make the important college savings accounts available to everyone, New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli … Plan has eliminated the $25 minimum contribution required to open an account in an effort to make the important college …

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