42 CFR 402.17 - Settlement.

Regulations last checked for updates: Feb 09, 2026

Title 42 - Public Health last revised: Feb 02, 2026

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§ 402.17 - Settlement.

CMS or OIG has exclusive authority to settle any issues or case, without the consent of the ALJ or the Secretary, at any time before a final decision by the Secretary. Thereafter, the General Counsel has the exclusive authority.

authority: 42 U.S.C. 1302 and 1395hh

source: 63 FR 68690, Dec. 14, 1998, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 42 CFR 402.17