Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center – Luzerne County – Tobacco Settlement Payment Data for the Year 2026

The Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center conducted an evaluation for potential payments from the Tobacco Settlement Act concerning uncompensated care services. Through procedures developed by the Department of Human Services (DHS), the assessment determined if the facility could qualify for payments under unreimbursed extraordinary expense claims or uncompensated care approaches. Out of ten submitted claims for extraordinary expenses during the fiscal year ending June 2024, five qualified. Additionally, data accuracy on total inpatient and Medical Assistance days was verified for June 2023. The facility must make necessary adjustments to its submitted data for possible payment eligibility in the 2026 Tobacco Settlement Payment Year. Adjustments and additional claims are to be completed by October 2025. DHS will finalize reports detailing all eligible facilities’ engagements for subsidy determinations. The report is publicly accessible, and any media inquiries should be directed to the Pennsylvania Department of the Auditor General’s Office.