Review article

Holistic Approach to Fraud Management in Health Insurance

Štefan Furlan ; Faculty of computer and information science, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
Marko Bajec ; Faculty of computer and information science, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia

Abstract

Fraud present an immense problem for health insurance companies and the only way to fight fraud is by using specialized fraud management systems. The current research community focussed great efforts on different fraud detection techniques while neglecting other also important activities of fraud management. We propose a holistic approach that focuses on all 6 activities of fraud management, namely, (1) deterrence, (2) prevention, (3) detection, (4) investigation, (5) sanction and redress, and (6) monitoring. The main contribution of the paper are 15 key characteristics of a fraud management system, which enable construction of a fraud management system that provides effective and efficient support to all fraud management activities. We base our research on literature review, interviews with experts from different fields, and a case study. The case study provides additional confirmation to expert opinions, as it puts our holistic framework into practice.

Keywords

fraud management system; characteristics; activities; insurance; health care

Hrčak ID:

31259

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/31259

Publication date:

17.12.2008.

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