This plan sets forth the four goals that drive the Office of Inspector General.s (OIG.s) strategic planning and mission execution with respect to HHS.s COVID-19 response and recovery. These goals are to (1) protect people, (2) protect funds, (3) protect infrastructure, and (4) promote effectiveness of HHS programs-now and into the future. This plan highlights our main objectives and ongoing and potential OIG work to advance each goal. Additional information about OIG work related to COVID-19 is available on our website, COVID-19 Portal.

OIG is using risk assessment and data analytics to identify, monitor, and target potential fraud, waste, and abuse

affecting HHS programs and beneficiaries and to promote the effectiveness of HHS.s COVID-19 response and recovery

programs. We use expert staff and modern tools and technologies, including artificial intelligence, to detect trends and patterns of suspicious activity and to shape and strengthen our oversight and enforcement. As appropriate and feasible, we share data analytics and technical assistance with HHS officials to strengthen program integrity, effectiveness, and management practices. Further, we are coordinating our work with key oversight and law enforcement partners, including the Pandemic Response Accountability Committee (PRAC); Federal, State, local, and Tribal entities; and the Government Accountability Office, among others, to ensure adequate oversight, avoid duplication, and share insights.