Question

instructions: select the most appropriate response.
the federal claims collection act of 1966 requires medicare administrative contractors (macs) (as agents of the federal government) to
attempt the collection of:
a. overpayments
b. bad debt
c. delinquent claims
d. underpayments

Explanation:

The Federal Claims Collection Act of 1966 mandates that Medicare administrative contractors (MACs) as agents of the federal government must try to collect overpayments. This is a key requirement under the act to ensure proper financial management in the Medicare system.

Answer:

A. overpayments