Heritage Valley Sewickley – Allegheny County – Tobacco Settlement Payment Data Year 2027

The Tobacco Settlement Program report details procedures conducted for Heritage Valley Sewickley in relation to the Tobacco Settlement Payment Data for 2027. Two methods of eligibility include the uncompensated care approach and the extraordinary expense approach. An engagement confirmed that of six claimed potential extraordinary expenses, four met the criteria. The facility’s inpatient and MA days data for fiscal year ending June 2024 were verified as accurate. Adjustments were recommended for claims incorrectly categorized. This verification affects the facility’s 2027 subsidy entitlement under the Tobacco Settlement Program, dependent on DHS calculations using substantiated claims. Heritage Valley Sewickley can choose its entitlement method if eligible under both approaches. This is an automated summary. Please rely on the contents included in the released audit report.