Paying docs more to boost screenings isn't a kickback: HHS

Paying docs more to boost screenings isn't a kickback: HHS-modernhealthcare: Paying doctors bonuses to increase the number of preventive screenings they provide to Medicaid patients doesn't violate federal anti-kickback laws, according to a federal watchdog. An unnamed insurer approached HHS' Office of Inspector General with a plan to increase the number of early and periodic screening, diagnostic and treatment services physicians provide.