The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has identified more than $100 billion in potential cuts and savings for the Trump administration to consider as it overhauls the federal government.
Why it matters: The GAO’s recommendations could help officials improve efficiency in Medicare, Medicaid, and other health programs.
- GAO outlined 35 priority recommendations for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
For example, GAO urges Medicare to seek legislation that would allow auditors to conduct prepayment claim reviews.
- Yes, but: This recommendation was initially made in 2016. HHS has pushed back, citing existing programs that are already aimed at preventing improper payments.
Go deeper: Read GAO’s recommendations for HHS.