Injury claims that involve Medicare recipients are becoming more and more difficult to settle because of Medicare’s involvement. If you have been injured by someone and have Medicare you need to take the proper steps immediately.
Medicare has an automatic lien against you and/or the insurance company for money paid to you. What does this mean? It means they have to be notified of any potential insurance claims you might have. For example, if you are injured by another motor vehicle, Medicare in entitled to reimbursement for any payments they have made to you by the insurance company.
Unfortunately, Medicare claims can prolong the settlement of your case. When you are injured in an accident you need to contact Medicare in writing immediately. After your initial contact with Medicare it will take them around 65 days to send you a Conditional Payment letter. Your Conditional Payment letter described how much they have paid on your behalf. The insurance company will not settle with you without this letter.
Dealing with both the insurance company and Medicare can be very frustrating. It is almost always necessary to consult with a competent attorney in such cases. PBK (205) 912-8245
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