OSIG serves in an oversight, advisory and standard-setting capacity with regard to executive branch agency internal audit programs. As part of this function, and to bolster the independence of agency-specific internal audit programs, OSIG studies existing internal audit programs and makes recommendations to support and improve them. Some of OSIG's core functions include:
OSIG administers several services that benefit the citizens of the Commonwealth of Virginia, including the Fraud and Abuse Whistle Blower Reward Fund and the State Fraud, Waste and Abuse Hotline:
In addition, OSIG:
OSIG serves the citizens of the Commonwealth of Virginia by conducting performance audits of state executive branch agencies to determine if appropriated sums are used for their intended purpose and to evaluate the efficiency, effectiveness and economy of agency programs and operations.
OSIG serves the citizens of the Commonwealth of Virginia by investigating allegations of waste, fraud, abuse, corruption or criminal activity in state agencies and certain nonstate agencies.
OSIG has law enforcement authority within its general scope of operations and works in cooperation with the Virginia State Police, Virginia Division of Capitol Police and other law enforcement agencies in its investigative pursuits.
Pursuant to the Code of Virginia, the State Inspector General shall:
OSIG investigative reports are not published on the OSIG website due to their sensitive nature. Redacted copies of reports may be released upon request. Please refer to Code of Virginia § 2.2-3700 et seq. for Virginia Freedom of Information Act guidelines.
OSIG serves the citizens of the Commonwealth of Virginia by:
Healthcare Compliance Unit Complaint Line
Healthcare Compliance Unit Complaint Form
Healthcare Compliance Unit Complaint Line Policy and Procedures Manual for Facilities/Providers
OSIG Healthcare Compliance Unit Provider Manual Training Guide