What is LEIE and who maintains it?

• A. The List of Excluded Individuals/Entities; maintained by the HHS OIG
• B. A List of Eligible Medical Providers; maintained by CMS
• C. The List of Approved Drug Vendors; maintained by FDA
• D. The List of Reimbursed Procedures; maintained by OIG

Answer: (A)

LEIE stands for the List of Excluded Individuals/Entities. It is the official repository of individuals and entities barred from participating in federally funded health care programs, such as Medicare and Medicaid. The list is maintained by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (HHS OIG). The purpose is to prevent payment for care involving excluded people or organizations, so providers and suppliers must screen before hiring, contracting, or billing. If someone is on the LEIE, they cannot participate in federal health programs, and claims tied to an excluded party can trigger penalties. Healthcare organizations routinely check LEIE to stay compliant, with updates made regularly to reflect current exclusions. Other options either misstate the list’s name or who maintains it.