Research billing compliance is essential to ensuring that clinical trial services are billed accurately, consistently, and in accordance with applicable policies, laws, and regulations. Clinical Research Billing Compliance (CRBC) audits help identify potential billing errors, assess compliance risks, and ensure that research-related charges are appropriately allocated between research sponsors, participants, and third-party payers.

In this presentation, we will explore why CRBC audits are conducted, the risks associated with noncompliance, and the regulatory requirements that guide research billing practices. We will also review the potential consequences of improper billing, walk through the audit process and current audit trends, and discuss important post-audit considerations, including corrective actions and opportunities for ongoing improvement.

By the end of this session, attendees will understand the purpose of Clinical Research Billing Compliance (CRBC) audits, recognize common research billing risks and compliance requirements, and gain insight into the audit process, emerging trends, and post-audit expectations. Attendees will be better equipped to identify potential billing issues, understand the importance of accurate research billing, and support practices that promote compliance and reduce organizational risk.