Common use of Written Standards Clause in Contracts

Written Standards. Within 90 days after the Effective Date, the U.S. Healthcare Parties shall develop and implement written policies and procedures regarding the operation of their compliance program, including the compliance program requirements outlined in this CIA and compliance with Federal health care program requirements (Policies and Procedures). Throughout the term of this CIA, the U.S. Healthcare Parties shall enforce their Policies and Procedures and shall make compliance with their Policies and Procedures an element of evaluating the performance of all employees. The Policies and Procedures shall be made available to all Covered Persons. At least annually (and more frequently, if appropriate), the U.S. Healthcare Parties shall assess and update, as necessary, the Policies and Procedures. Any new or revised Policies and Procedures shall be made available to all Covered Persons. All Policies and Procedures shall be made available to OIG upon request.