Mark Popolizio

9/18/2024 - 19 min read

CMS Covers NGHP Section 111 Reporting Issues in September 12 Webinar

On September 12, CMS’s NGHP Section 111 webinar covered TPOC reporting triggers, the TPOC/WCMSA process, and other updates.

9/17/2024 - 13 min read

CMS’s Section 111 Daily CMPs Max Rate for NGHP Reporting is Now $1,474

A new Section 111 update raises the maximum daily CMP for NGHP reporting.

9/11/2024 - 4 min read

Are Your WCMSA Protocols Being Followed? How Verisk’s MSA Link Can Help

CMS’ new process will require insurers to report several WCMSA data points as part of settlements involving Medicare beneficiaries.

8/21/2024 - 2 min read

New WCMSA Self-Admin Tool Kit – CMS Updates on MAP and Part D Plans

CMS releases updated WCMSA Self-Administration Tool Kit (v1.6), with key updates on Medicare Part C, MAP, and Part D plans.

8/21/2024 - 6 min read

New WCMSA Reference Guide (V 4.1) Focuses on Medicare Advantage and Part D

CMS' new WCMSA Reference Guide (v4.1) outlines WCMSA coordination with other health insurers.

7/30/2024 - 5 min read

Spotlight on WCMSAs – Nutshell Resource

How to prepare for CMS’ new TPOC reporting requirements – Nutshell resource summary.

7/30/2024 - 15 min read

Spotlight on WCMSAs - Preparing for CMS' New TPOC Reporting Requirements

Starting April 4, 2025, CMS requires Section 111 RREs to report specific WCMSA data for all Medicare beneficiary settlements in TPOC reporting.

7/18/2024 - 2 min read

Mid-Year “Round-Up” 2024 – Tracking Medicare and Claims Updates

Stay updated on 2024’s key claim trends: Medicare changes, Section 111 penalties, TPOC/WCMSA reporting, MSAs, FROI/SROI, TPLF, and more.

7/9/2024 - 3 min read

Section 111 NGHP User Guide (V7.6): Updates "Cumulative Injury" Definition & TIN Errors

CMS releases new Section 111 NGHP User Guide (V7.6) for NGHPs (liability, no-fault, and workers’ compensation) reporting.

7/2/2024 - 0 min read

U.S. Supreme Court Overturns Chevron – Impacts Agency Rule Challenges.

The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn Chevron deference in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo (2024), will impact agency rules.

6/27/2024 - 15 min read

Louisiana Enacts New Third-Party Litigation Funding (TPLF) Law

Louisiana Governor signs Senate Bill 355 (S.B. 355) adding two new chapters to Louisiana’s Revised Statutes.

6/17/2024 - 21 min read

The U.S. District Court for Maryland Rules That MAPs Can Sue Insurers for “Double Damages"

Maryland District Court: MAPs and related entities can sue insurers for "double damages" under the MSP statute's PCA provision.

4/26/2024 - 14 min read

CMS Holds a TPOC/WCMSA “Question & Answer” Session to Further Discuss its New Section 111 Reporting Process

On April 25th, CMS held a “Q and A” session to discuss its plans to require S.111 RREs to report various WCMSA data points as part of its TPOC reporting trigger.

4/17/2024 - 13 min read

CMS' Second TPOC/WCMSA Webinar Unveils Key Updates to Section 111 Reporting

CMS' second webinar unveils plans for Section 111 RREs to include WCMSA data points in TPOC reporting trigger.

4/17/2024 - 5 min read

New Article Reports a Dip in Commercial TPLF Funding Commitments in 2023, While Funding to Law Firms Increased

An article from Reuters published on March 27 provides a glimpse into TPLF data in the commercial claims context. The article notes that commercial litigation funding was down slightly in 2023 while funding provided to law firms increased.

Mark Popolizio, J.D.

CMS Covers NGHP Section 111 Reporting Issues in September 12 Webinar

CMS’s Section 111 Daily CMPs Max Rate for NGHP Reporting is Now $1,474

Are Your WCMSA Protocols Being Followed? How Verisk’s MSA Link Can Help

New WCMSA Self-Admin Tool Kit – CMS Updates on MAP and Part D Plans

New WCMSA Reference Guide (V 4.1) Focuses on Medicare Advantage and Part D

Spotlight on WCMSAs – Nutshell Resource

Spotlight on WCMSAs - Preparing for CMS' New TPOC Reporting Requirements

Mid-Year “Round-Up” 2024 – Tracking Medicare and Claims Updates

Section 111 NGHP User Guide (V7.6): Updates "Cumulative Injury" Definition & TIN Errors

U.S. Supreme Court Overturns Chevron – Impacts Agency Rule Challenges.

Louisiana Enacts New Third-Party Litigation Funding (TPLF) Law

The U.S. District Court for Maryland Rules That MAPs Can Sue Insurers for “Double Damages"

CMS Holds a TPOC/WCMSA “Question & Answer” Session to Further Discuss its New Section 111 Reporting Process

CMS' Second TPOC/WCMSA Webinar Unveils Key Updates to Section 111 Reporting

New Article Reports a Dip in Commercial TPLF Funding Commitments in 2023, While Funding to Law Firms Increased