Independence Health System Frick Hospital – Westmoreland County – Tobacco Settlement Payment Data Year 2027

Independence Health System’s Frick Hospital was evaluated for eligibility for the 2027 settlement. The hospital reported three potentially eligible extraordinary expense claims for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. All claims met the criteria for funding, suggesting eligibility for payment in 2027. The hospital’s inpatient and MA days reported for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, were substantiated. PHC4 will guide on entering adjustments to claims during self-verification. DHS will use the revised reports to determine eligibility and payment allocation under both methods, allowing hospitals to choose the calculation method if eligible. The hospital may submit additional self-pay claims by October 31, 2026. The report was distributed to relevant department officials and is available publicly online. This is an automated summary. Please rely on the contents included in the released audit report.