# HHS Uses Audit Data to Curb Fraud

HHS Assistant Secretary and Chief Financial Officer Gustav Chiarello described an initiative to use Single Audit Act findings to identify improper payments and strengthen stewardship of taxpayer funds. For organizations receiving federal funds, the development signals greater attention to audit results, supporting documentation, and remediation; it does not announce a solicitation, contract award, or new funding opportunity.

- Recipients of federal funds should be prepared to address relevant audit findings and maintain documentation supporting the use of funds and corrective actions.
- Contractors and other organizations serving HHS-funded programs may face increased scrutiny of payment controls and remediation practices, making audit readiness relevant to delivery and financial management.
- This is an oversight and stewardship development rather than a near-term bid opportunity; the signal provides no contract value, procurement timeline, or contact information.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Healthcare
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** November 02, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

### Sources
- [
        Is HHS Spending Better? Gus Chiarello on Using Audit Data to Stop Fraud - Federal News Network](https://federalnewsnetwork.com/podcast/govnavigators/is-hhs-spending-better-gus-chiarello-on-using-audit-data-to-stop-fraud) - Federal News Network