CMS Office of Inspector General

HHS-OIG Addresses Opioid Epidemic, Saving Lives

HHS-OIG published a press release on September 27, 2024, summarizing its ongoing efforts to address the opioid epidemic during National Recovery Month. The release references multiple audit and evaluation reports covering opioid treatment programs in Massachusetts, New Jersey, West Virginia, and Washington State, as well as nationwide evaluations of medication access for opioid use disorder under Medicare and Medicaid. The document does not create new compliance obligations but highlights findings regarding care gaps, grant oversight deficiencies, and data quality concerns affecting federal health program enrollees.

HHS OIG Releases Fall 2025 Semiannual Report to Congress

HHS OIG released its Fall 2025 Semiannual Report to Congress covering April 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025. The report summarises OIG activities and accomplishments across the department's programs, including statistical achievements from audits, evaluations, and enforcement work. This is a routine statutory reporting requirement — the PR page announces the report's availability without creating new compliance obligations.