Published June 6, 2025
About This Audit
The Conemaugh Meyersdale Medical Center submitted claims under the Tobacco Settlement Program, which provides payments for uncompensated care services. After evaluation by the Department of Human Services (DHS), it was determined that the center’s single potentially eligible extraordinary expense claim did not meet the necessary criteria, rendering it ineligible for payment under the extraordinary expense method for the 2026 Tobacco Settlement Payment Year. Adjustments are required for claims and days data discrepancies, with guidance from DHS. The medical center can still submit claims surpassing their set threshold by October 31, 2025. Adjustments in database records are crucial for future settlement payments.