What should be included in the provider self-disclosure to the government?

The inclusion of the violation and corrective actions taken in the provider self-disclosure to the government is essential as it provides a clear account of what went wrong and the steps the provider has undertaken to address the issue. This transparency is critical in demonstrating compliance and good faith efforts to rectify any problems. It helps to build trust with regulatory authorities, showing that the provider is taking responsibility for its actions and is committed to correcting them. This can lead to potentially reduced penalties and a more favorable outcome in any investigations or negotiations with the government.

In contrast, while a detailed recruitment strategy, an organization's mission statement, and projected financial impacts may provide some context about an organization, they do not directly address the specific violations or the measures taken to correct them. Such information might be relevant in broader discussions about the organization's practices but is not the primary focus of a self-disclosure intended to inform the government about compliance issues.