What is the MIC audits objective?

• A. To audit provider claims and identify overpayments by ensuring that claims are paid for items and services provided and properly documented.
• B. To increase the number of enrolled providers.
• C. To design new Medicare policies.
• D. To evaluate patient satisfaction.

Answer: (C)

MIC audits are about program integrity and payment accuracy. The main goal is to review provider claims and the supporting documentation to confirm Medicare payments are appropriate—ensuring services were actually provided and properly documented, and identifying overpayments or improper payments for recovery.

Increasing the number of enrolled providers is an enrollment activity, not an audit objective. Designing new Medicare policies is policy development, not audits. Evaluating patient satisfaction relates to quality metrics, not the audit function.