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Winning the COVID-19 Vaccine Lottery: OIG Weighs in on Anti-Kickback Implications of COVID-19 Vaccine Incentive Programs

[07/07/21]

Posted on July 7, 2021 in Health Law News

Published by: Hall Render

As the pandemic continues, health care providers, suppliers and managed care organizations are turning to incentive programs in an effort to boost COVID-19 vaccination rates. These programs offer various rewards, such as food and beverages or the chance to win free trips, cruises, groceries, event tickets or large cash prizes, to individuals who receive... READ MORE

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EEOC Provides Helpful Guidance Re: COVID-19 Vaccine Incentives

[06/17/21]

Posted on June 17, 2021 in HR Insights for Health Care

Published by: Hall Render

As we return to a “new normal” and what is hoped to be the tail end of the COVID-19 pandemic, the EEOC recently issued helpful guidance (starting at Section K16, specifically) regarding employer incentives for COVID-19 voluntary vaccinations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (“GINA”). Links to... READ MORE

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