Alabama company pays $153K to settle Medicaid allegations
Birmingham-based Amvik Solutions has agreed to pay $153,300 to the federal government to resolve allegations that it submitted false claims to the Connecticut Medicaid program for applied behavior analysis services. Amvik offers billing, claims and collections services for health care providers using its WebABA software. – U.S. Department of Justice
Tim Cook, an Alabama native now running Apple, will take a more than 40% pay cut this year. Cook’s target total compensation for 2023 is $49 million. Apple said in making the cut it took into account shareholder feedback, the company’s performance and a recommendation from Cook. – AP News
Women’s Foundation names new COO
LaShundra Pinkard has been named chief operating officer of the Women’s Foundation of Alabama. The group is the state’s only philanthropic organization focused on the economic advancement of women. Prior to the Women’s Foundation, Pinkard worked for 14 years at Clarus Consulting Group. – Alabama Political Reporter
Jacksonville State University now using Jax State
Jacksonville State University is now branding itself as Jax State. A new logo with a focus on the nickname is the first update to the school’s visual identity in 15 years. JSU will use Jax State in marketing and promotional materials. – Bama Buzz
