As 2014 was coming to an end, I reflected back on the many years I have been involved in negotiating and resolving workers’ compensation claims. As you might surmise, many changes have occurred throughout the years including the introduction of …
The experts provided tips for adjusters working claims that could benefit from the use of a structure. Seek out a specialist. “As soon as you realize you’re dealing with somebody who’s Medicare eligible or will be soon, that’s when you …
Structured settlements can be beneficial in resolving workers’ compensation claims involving Medicare Set Asides (MSAs), according to industry experts. Workers’ compensation injuries involving permanent disability are prime candidates for structured settlements because a structured settlement takes into account a person’s …
The insurance industry is among the business and legal interests applauding legislation to resolve delays and inconsistencies in Medicare’s approval process for set-aside funds for injured workers’ claims. Medicare requires that funds be set aside in trust for future medical …
As most adjusters and insurers are aware, effective Jan. 1, 2012, all liability, no-fault, self-insured and workers compensation insurers should be reporting all bodily injury open claims to Medicare. That’s why it is so important to ask what the Medicare …