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Set-Aside Some Time: An MSPN Podcast

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Set Aside Some Time podcast is a creation of The National Medicare Secondary Payer Network (MSPN), the leading source for education on MSP compliance. This podcast series will provide the most up-to-date and accurate information to anyone directly or tangentially involved in MSP matters. Interviews feature leading experts in MSP compliance and in fields touched by MSP matters.
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Episodes

Episode 18 MSPN 2022 Objectives

Join host and Board Treasurer Amber Worman for an introduction of the 2022 MSPN Executive Committee members, Steven Miller, President, Michelle Allan, Secretary, and Dan Anders, Immediate Past President to review objectives for the exciting year ahead.

Mar 01, 202223 minEp. 18

Settlement Strategies with Challenging MSAs

Host Bridget Smith talks with Greg Gitter, President of Legacy Claims, about the challenges of working with some MSAs that present unique problems, and offers strategies to process.

Feb 15, 202223 minEp. 17

Overview of the Social Security Disability Application process and Settlement Considerations

Individuals that are receiving Social Security Disability benefits become eligible for Medicare benefits after a waiting period of 24 months from the initiation of SSD benefit payments. There is also an additional five month delay before the Medicare coverage kicks in. Join Ann Sandstrom and Annemarie Pantazis as they discuss the Social Security Disability application process and special settlement considerations with host Rasa Fumagalli.

Feb 01, 202235 minEp. 16

Hitting the MARC

Join host Bridget Smith and Podcast guest, Annie Davidson, as they discuss the Medicare Advocacy Recovery Coalition (MARC); MSP Network’s membership in MARC; and the critical Medicare compliance issues MARC will be addressing with CMS in 2022.

Jan 18, 202229 minEp. 15

MSPN 2021 - A Year in Review

Join our host Amber Worman, as she chats with Dan Anders, 2021 MSPN President and John Kane, 2021 MSPN Treasurer, looking back over MSPN’s successes of 2021.

Jan 04, 202230 minEp. 14

We WISH You a Happy Holiday: MSPN Wishlist Items and More

MSP is ever-changing and faces new challenges and new developments over time. Join host Marina Cobb of Brady, Connolly & Masuda, P.C., with Ciara Koba of Allan Koba Compliance Solutions and Amber Worman of MMIA, as they discuss the top items on their wishlists to better the MSP practice.

Dec 07, 202125 minEp. 12

Opioids and MSAs - Oh My!

Part D drugs are often cost drivers in Medicare Set-Asides. And, opioids are among the most prescribed of those large cost drivers. Defense attorney Julie Garrison joins host Jennifer Shymanski to discuss opioids in MSAs with MSPN Vice President and PharmD Steve Miller.

Nov 23, 202123 minEp. 11

The Data & Development Committee - Bringing the MSP Industry Together

Ever wonder how the MSPN stays on top of the latest trends in the MSA industry, and how it assimilates the volume of information in order to help its members? Join host Ann Sandstrom and her guest, Sandra Mackler as they discuss these topics and learn more!

Nov 09, 202115 minEp. 10

The ABCs of IDCs

Join host Bridget Smith and her guests, Kate Lewis, Steve Shaw and Jeremy Farquhar, as they discuss the impact ICD coding has on all areas of Medicare compliance; the challenges of correct coding; and best practices and tips for primary payers, claimant’s/plaintiff’s and their counsel.

Oct 26, 202142 minEp. 9

MSPN & NSSTA - Structuring a Partnership

MSPN President Dan Anders speaks with Eric Vaughn, Executive Director, and Michael Goodman, President, of the National Structured Settlements Trade Association (NSSTA), to discuss the missions and objectives of our respective groups and how our commonalities can be the foundation for a working partnership. Hosted by Jennifer Shymanski, this episode forecasts how the two organizations plan to collaborate and how both MSPN and NSSTA members can become involved in this alliance.

Oct 12, 202123 minEp. 8

Who Should You Turn to for Medicare Secondary Payer Compliance Advice?

Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) compliance services are offered by a variety of professionals that may include attorneys, settlement consultants and nurse case managers. Amy Bilton, Annie Davidson and Christine Melancon join host Rasa Fumagalli to discuss some of the similarities and differences in the way that various MSP professionals may assess cases.

Sep 28, 202128 minEp. 7

What to Expect at our Virtual Annual Conference

This week, Amber Worman sets aside some time with Dan Anders, MSPN Board President, about the many benefits of joining the MSP Network. MSPN Board Members Amy Bilton and Michelle Allan share exciting news about the upcoming MSPN Annual Conference September 29th & 30th, 2021. Guests: Michelle Allan, JD, MSPN Board Member & Principal, Allan Koba Compliance Solutions ; Dan Anders, Esq., MSCC. MSPN Board President & Chief Compliance Officer for Tower MSA Partners; Amy Bilton, Esq., MSCC,...

Sep 14, 202118 minEp. 6

The PAID Act: Considerations and Practicalities

Join Heather Schwartz Sanderson and David Farber, with host Bridget Smith, for an in-depth analysis of the practical application of the PAID Act and the impact it could have on primary payers and claimants/plaintiffs going forward.

Aug 31, 202126 minEp. 5

Annuities: Opportunities & Ambiguities

Host: Jennifer M Shymanski, JD, CMSP-F, Vice President of Implementation & Strategy, NuQuest Guests: Jason Lazarus, JD, LLM, CSSC, MSCC, CEO, Synergy Settlement Services and Jeff Livingston, CSSC, CPCU, CMSS, Structured Settlement Consultant, Arcadia Settlements Group

Aug 17, 202125 minEp. 4

Liability MSAs - Waiting for the Other Shoe to Drop

Host: Rasa Fumagalli JD, MSCC, CMSP-F, Director of MSP Compliance, Synergy Settlement Services Guests: Steven Shaw, JD, CMSP, Shaw Legal Solutions and Robert L Sagrillo, President, NuQuest

Aug 03, 202117 minEp. 3

Conditional Payment Containment

Host: Sandi Walthall, AIC, DVP of Claims Guests: Patrick Czuprynski, JD, MSCC, CMSP Director of Lien Resolution and Michael Bergonzi, JD Shareholder at Dickey, McCamey & Chilcote, P.C.

Jul 20, 202134 minEp. 2
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