TPE, UPIC and CERT Medicare Audits: What to Expect

January 21st at 11:00am EST

Medicare audits can feel overwhelming, but understanding the purpose, process, and red flags behind TPE, UPIC, and CERT reviews puts you back in control. This session breaks down how each audit type works, what triggers them, and how to respond strategically to reduce risk and protect reimbursement.

Key takeaways:

  • The differences between TPE, UPIC, and CERT audits and why each one is initiated
  • Common documentation and billing issues auditors focus on
  • What to expect during record requests, timelines, and outcomes
  • Practical steps to prepare, respond, and prevent repeat audit findings

Presented by:

Stephanie Allard, CPC, CEMA, RHIT, Stephanie Allard Consulting, LLC

Stephanie Allard is a nationally recognized expert in medical coding, billing, reimbursement, and compliance with 20 years of medical and management experience across more than 40 specialties. As a multispecialty consultant, auditor, and author, she helps organizations reduce risk, improve revenue cycle performance, and navigate complex audits through practical, education-focused strategies.

Stephanie Allard

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