When Other Resources Are Involved
Many work-related injuries are severe enough that they will require medical treatment well into the future. That treatment may be required even after retirement. This is where workers' comp benefits start to overlap with Medicare and Medicaid benefits.
At the law firm of Keefe & Griffiths, our attorneys know how to take Medicare and Medicaid issues into consideration when filing workers' compensation claims.
When it Comes to Medicaid and Medicare Claims, the Laws Are Strict
Medicare and Medicaid claims are not intended to cover costs that employers should be covering in workers' compensation cases, and laws have been established to protect Medicaid and Medicare from burdens that others should shoulder.
The most important component is a Medicare Set-Aside Arrangement (MSA), which requires that a portion of a workers' compensation settlement should be preserved for future medical expenses.
Dealing With CMS
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) protects the Medicaid and Medicare systems from paying an unfair share of future medical costs.
They become involved when a workers' comp claim is nearing a settlement. They will approve how much should be set aside in an MSA. The staff at Keefe & Griffiths will oversee this process.
Getting Fair Compensation
As your lawyers, our job is to see that you get fair compensation. We will not only look out for your immediate interests, but see that your future is provided for as well.
We have recovered more than $250 million in compensation for people throughout Missouri and Illinois, people just like you. You can be certain that we know what to do to help in these situations.
All Cases Handled on a Contingency Basis
You are not required to pay a retainer or advance any costs. If we win your case, our fee will be a percentage of the compensation we recover for you.
Contact Us for a Free Consultation
Call our St. Louis law firm at 1-866-435-4721 or send us an e-mail.
