The HHS, the Comptroller General, or their designees right to inspect, evaluate, and audit
extends through 10 years from the end of the final contract period or completion of audit,
whichever is later. The records include books, documents, records, and other evidence of
accounting procedures and practices for the Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug
programs. As for the Compliance Program Guidelines, documentation should include
disciplinary violations/actions, training records, audit reports, etc. See 42 CFR 422.503 and 42
CFR 423.505 for specific requirements under contract provisions.
