Compliance at ZSFG

ZSFG follows the DPH Compliance Program, and the ZSFG Compliance Program has integrated elements of the DPH program into the Hospital’s operations in order to establish a compliance program that is effective and proactive in detecting and preventing fraud, abuse and waste at ZSFG. 

On this page you can: 

• Find out about ZSFG’s Compliance Program's activities and services. 

• Understand your responsibilities under the Code of Conduct and Ethics rules.  

• Report a compliance concern. 

• Find links to DPH Compliance Policies and DPH Compliance page. 

• Get guidance and see frequently asked questions. 

Activities and Services Provided by the ZSFG Compliance Program

ZSFG focuses its compliance activities on: 

• Educating ZSFG workforce on preventing and detecting fraud, waste, and abuse; and on their ethical responsibilities under the SF DPH Code of Conduct. 

• Providing guidance on regulations related to payment for services. 

• Conducting risk assessments and engaging in annual monitoring plans. 

• Providing annual training to all employees, medical staff, trainees, registry staff, contractors, and volunteers. 

DPH Compliance Policies

Guidance and FAQs

ZSFG's assigned Compliance Officer is Catherine Argumedo and can be contacted with questions, concerns, or to get guidance on compliance-related matters.  Catherine's email is catherine.argumedo@sfdph.org.

For answers to frequently asked questions, visit the OCPA Compliance FAQ page.