New WCMSA Reference Guide Brings with it an Important Reminder
A new version of the Workers’ Compensation Medicare Set Aside (WCMSA) Reference Guide brings with it an important reminder to ensure CMS... more
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Six Ways Ametros and Professional Administration Protect Injured Workers
When an injured worker receives a settlement, managing medical funds and ensuring continued care can be overwhelming. Without proper oversight, funds can run out too soon, paperwork can get messy,... more
Highly Recommended by Medicare: Professional Administration of MSAs as a Safety Measure when Frequently Abused Drugs are Involved
COVID-19 has completely overshadowed certain health issues. The opioid epidemic has taken a back seat to the current pandemic. In 2019, 1.6... more
Workers’ Compensation is a Data Driven Industry, Except When It Comes to Settlements
In workers’ compensation, data is at the forefront of many professionals’ work. Lawyers focus on their individual practices... more
The Devastating Risks of Failing to Comply with Medicare Requirements Post-Settlement
Temporary or permanent loss of Medicare benefits for injured workers and potential financial exposure for payers are the consequences of... more
Determining Medicare Covered Items & Services for Your Medicare Set Aside
Pursuant to the Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) provisions, following certain types of settlements which resolve medicals, Medicare may not... more
Ametros Expands its Drug Monitoring Program to include CMS Part D Opioid Guidelines
After their first semi-annual review, Ametros announced today another improvement to its CareGuard professional administration service that... more
Impact on Medicare Compliance as CMS Begins Covering Acupuncture
On January 21, 2020, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced via a Decision Memo that, for the first time... more
Medicare Set Asides 101: Professional Administration
In the course of settling a worker’s compensation or liability case, there are many obstacles to overcome. One of the most frequent... more
Ametros Establishes Industry-Leading Regulatory Advisory Council
As part of Ametros’ goal to remain on the cutting edge when it comes to industry change and innovation, we are excited to announce the... more
CMS Holds Webinar on Electronic Attestation for Professional Administration
CMS Holds Webinar on Electronic Attestation for Professional Administration On November 6, 2019, the Centers for Medicare &... more
Timely Topics: A Valuable Practice Pointer on Section 111 Reporting
My world in recent months has afforded me the opportunity to learn a great deal about Medicare Set Asides (MSAs) and how they are... more
Q&A with Humana: Medicare Secondary Payer, Conditional Payments, and Medicare Set Asides
Many people understand that the Medicare program provides hospital benefits under Medicare Part A and professional service benefits under... more
