UPMC Altoona – Blair County – Tobacco Settlement Payment Data for Year 2026

The UPMC Altoona report details the engagement conducted to assess eligibility for the 2026 Tobacco Settlement Payment under the Pennsylvania Tobacco Settlement Act. The process involves verifying extraordinary expense claims and uncompensated care scores. UPMC Altoona submitted eight claims, seven of which met the criteria for extraordinary expense claims. The report cross-verified inpatient and Medical Assistance days for accuracy, with no substantial discrepancies found. Corrective measures are suggested for adjustments in claims and days data via the PHC4 and iPACRs systems. This is an automated summary. Please rely on the contents included in the released audit report.