Published June 6, 2025
About This Audit
The report outlines the evaluation of the Geisinger Community Medical Center’s eligibility for the 2026 Tobacco Settlement payments. The Tobacco Settlement Act allows payments for uncompensated or extraordinary expense approaches. Data from the Medical Center was evaluated for reported claims and inpatient days. Six out of seven claims met the criteria for extraordinary expenses. The review also confirmed the reported inpatient and MA days for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. Errors were noted in some reported out-of-state days. Facilities should ensure accurate claims data to remain eligible. DHS will calculate subsidies using verified data, and eligible facilities can choose their preferred payment calculation method. Facilities have until October 31, 2025, to submit additional eligible claims. The report has been distributed to relevant officials, and inquiries can be directed to the Bureau of County Audits.