Set-Aside Some Time: An MSPN Podcast

Join our panelists to look back on 2025 to recap some of the notable updates and changes in Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) compliance. Panelists will also look ahead to what this new year may hold for the industry.

Join host Bridget Smith as she chats with MSPN Conference Co-Chairs Michelle Allan and Amy Bilton about what to expect from this year's conference in the Land of Oz!

Join Amy Bilton, Esq. (Nyhan, Bambrick, Kinzie and Lowry), Suzanne Jordan (Broadspire) and our host, Bridget Smith (IMPAXX) for an informative conversation on the new WCMSA Section 111 TPOC reporting requirements. As of April 4, 2025, CMS requires the reporting of Workers’ Compensation Medicare Set-Aside information when reporting Total Payment Obligation to Claimant (TPOC). We will review the history of how these requirements came to be; what the reporting requirement are; unanswered questions and reporting issues; and what you can do to meet these requirements going forward.

2024 was a year of change in the MSP landscape. Much of the change enacted in 2024 is now coming into play in 2025. Join host Tim Mercer of Nyhan, Bambrick, Kinzie and Lowry as he discusses the impact these changes could have on our workflow in 2025 and beyond with Barrye Miyagi of Taylor Porter and Brendon De Souza of Sanderson Firm.

Aaron Winnell, Jason Creel and Steve Shaw join host Jennifer Shymanski to discuss the current state of Medicare Secondary Compliance on liability cases. The group examines some recent comments from CMS on liability future allocations, discusses the conditional payment process on liability matters and offers insight into how their clients are working through MSP issues.

Join Tim Mercer as he discusses the 2024 Annual Conference highlights with Amy Bilton, Vice President, Nyhan Bambrick Kinzie Lowry, and MSPN Past President Conference Committee Co-Chair, and Amber Worman, MSP Optimization Manager, Walmart Claims Services, and MSPN Treasurer. They will review some of the biggest take-aways, benefits of attending either in person or virtually, and a sneak peak at some topics for 2025!

Join host Bridget Smith of IMPAXX as she chats with Conference Planning Committee Co-Chairs Michelle Allan and Amy Bilton about what you can expect at MSPN's 2024 Annual Educational Conference on September 25-27, 2024, in Baltimore, Maryland.

Host: Annie Davidson, Vice President of Client Success, Examworks Compliance SolutionsGuest: Sid Wong, Vice President of Policy, VeriskThis episode continues to build on the fact pattern introduced at the outset of this year’s podcast series. Join host Annie Davidson and guest Sid Wong as they address some key state law provisions around the country and their impact on how parties can use them when settling cases using Medicare Set-Asides.

Join host Rasa Fumagalli, Bridget Smith and Annie Davidson as they address the Medicare Set-Aside issues that come up in cases involving pre-existing conditions. The discussion also focuses on the best ways to address the various causation issues in the MSP case study.

MSPN Podcast Committee Co-Chair Jennifer Shymanski is joined by Suzanne Jordan, Compliance Manager for Broadspire. Suzanne and Jennifer discuss the upcoming Civil Money Penalties for Section 111 Mandatory Insurer Reporting, and recap the recent January 2024 CMS Townhall updates regarding the penalties.

MSPN Podcast Committee Co-Chairs Bridget Smith and Jennifer Shymanski are joined by Julie Garrison, Partner at Nyhan, Bambrick, Kinzie and Lowry to kick off 2024. Bridget, Julie and Jennifer begin our year-long discussion of MSP topics through the lens of a case study. They introduce the fact pattern and begin with a conversation on MSP issue identification and appropriate time and type of referrals.

Join us for MSPN’s December podcast featuring Jodi Taylor and Tim Mercer, with host Rasa Fumagalli, as they share their experiences at the MSNPN Annual Educational Conference. Was it worth the two day time investment?

Join host Jennifer Shymanski and guests Michelle Allan and Amy Bilton of the Annual Conference Committee for some behind-the-scenes sneak peeks, what to expect next week, and more!

Join host Bridget Smith with her guests Michelle Allan and Ciara Koba as they discuss some highlights and happenings in the MP industry. From the new notice on Section 111 Civil Monetary Penalties to National Compensation Conference happenings and what to look forward to in November, this fall pod has some pumpkin and spice for everyone.

Join host Rasa Fumagalli JD, MSCC, CMSP-F in the latest MSPN podcast as she discusses “ Allocator Tricks of the Trade” with Julie Garrison JD, MSCC, CMSP-F and Brendon DeSouza JD, CMSP. Hear how these experts handle CMS submission challenges.

Join our host Bridget Smith with special guests Beth Hostetler and Frank Fairchok as we review updates on the Unsolicited Response File, a Wishlist for expanding ORM Termination and how to get ready for potential Civil Monetary Penalties.

The PAID Act went into effect in December 2021. Bridget Smith and Jennifer Shymanski join host Rasa Fumagalli to discuss the impact of the implementation and offer some best practices.

In this episode of Set Aside Some Time, we dive into the world of settlement consulting with leadership from the industry’s newest trade association, the American Association of Settlement Consultants (AASC). We are joined by Joanna Wynes, AASC President-elect, and Jennifer Wieroniey, AASC Executive Director. Discover how AASC was founded to give a voice to settlement consultants in Washington, D.C., and foster a collaborative community. Learn about their recent efforts, including securing a Congressional request for a government-funded study on settlement dissipation rates, advocating for important legislation for sexual abuse settlements, and the latest developments in attorney fee structures. Join us for insightful discussions and learn why it’s critical that members of AASC and MSPN work together on settlement issues.

Join Jennifer Shymanski, Barrye Miyagi and Rasa Fumagalli for this month’s podcast that takes a deep dive into some of the MSP compliance issues faced in two specific case studies. Our experienced panelists address best practices for a seamless settlement.

Join our host Bridget Smith as she discusses all things Section 111 with our guest Ciara Koba. Hot topics including the delay in Civil Monetary Penalties; what to do now to improve your Section 111 Reporting process and avoid potential penalties; and a discussion of the Unsolicited Response File are all on the agenda.

What can you expect from MSPN this year? Join Jennifer Shymanski of IMPAXX as she interviews MSPN President John Kane of Ametros to discuss the direction for MSPN in 2023.

Tune in to our February 2023 episode to hear Annie Davidson of ExamWorks Compliance Solutions chat with Shannon Metcalf of Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo, LLP on case law.

Is it 2023 already? Join Rasa Fumagalli, Bridget Smith, and Jennifer Shymanski as they discuss MSA highlights of 2022.

Tune in to this month's episode to hear Rasa Fumagalli of Synergy Settlement Services chat with Shawn Deane of Ametros and Aaron Winnell of Medivest about MSA administration issues that may have required some “out-of-the-box” thinking.

Tune in to this month's episode to hear Rachel Maldonado of Gordon & Rees chat with Jason Lazarus of Synergy Settlement Services and Will Lindahl of Community & Professional Training (CPT) Institute about how to handle clients on Medicare and Medicaid.

Please join Christi Allison, Brian Cowan, Mark Heberling, Rachel Maldonado, Dena Ramsey, and Jennifer Shymanski for highlights of the 22 annual conference sessions. Yes - 22 sessions in one hour! So, whether you were able to attend virtually, in person, or had to miss this year, this podcast will impart the royal flush of the conference. Guests will provide their top 3 take-a-ways from each session, and listeners will walk away with key highlights to immediately implement into their practices.

Join host Bridget Smith of IMPAXX as she chats with Conference Planning Committee Co-Chairs Michelle Allan and Amy Bilton about what you can expect at MSPN's 2022 Annual Educational Conference on September 21-23, 2022, in Baltimore, Maryland.

Tune in to this month's episode to hear Annie Davidson of ExamWorks Compliance Solutions sit down with Patrick Czuprynski of IMPAXX and William Delaney of Nyhan Bambrick Kinzie & Lowry to discuss helpful citations for conditional payment appeals.

Curious about how to counsel clients relative to PAID Act? Join Rasa Fumagalli of Synergy Settlement Solutions and Michelle Allan of Allan Koba Compliance Solutions as they chat with Impaxx's Bridget Smith about best practices.

The Section 111 landscape is rapidly changing, and we are facing many new developments. Join host Timothy Mercer of Nyhan, Bambrick, Kinzie & Lowry, with Ciara Koba of Allan Koba Compliance Solutions and Amber Worman of MMIA as they discuss changes that have been implemented, items in the pipeline, and future wish list items.

The National MSP Network’s board member Annie M. Davidson hosts Marty Cassavoy from ExamWorks Compliance Solutions and John Kane from Ametros as they break down the original Section 4.3 of the WCMSA Reference Guide and what transpired at / after the most recent CMS Town Hall. You don't want to miss this!

There is more than one way to allocate for post settlement injury related care. Rasa Fumagalli and Bridget Smith join host Jennifer Shymanski to discuss the various considerations that impact future treatment projections in an allocation.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Join Podcast hosts Jennifer Shymanski, Rasa Fumgalli and Bridget Smith as they wrap up the year with an assortment of unique MSP compliance issues and scenarios.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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, CMSP-F. MSPN Board Member/Past President & Shareholder of Nyhan, Bambrick, Kinzie & Lowry

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.

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

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

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

Host: Amber Worman, Senior WC Examiner, MMIA Guest: Ciara Koba, Principal, Allan Koba Compliance Solutions