UPMC Williamsport – Lycoming County – Tobacco Settlement Payment Data Year 2027

The Tobacco Settlement Program involves payments from the Department of Human Services (DHS) to hospitals for uncompensated care services, which are determined using uncompensated care or extraordinary expense approaches. UPMC Williamsport was reviewed to verify claims data for potential 2027 settlement payments. Out of 13 potentially eligible claims, 10 met the criteria for extraordinary expense claims, making the facility eligible for payment under this method. Verification procedures were conducted for total inpatient and Medical Assistance days, confirming accuracy with no discrepancies found. UPMC Williamsport must adjust claims and days in the PHC4 database and MA-336 Cost Report to maintain eligibility. Facilities can submit additional claims by October 31, 2026. If eligible under both methods, UPMC can choose the calculation method for the 2027 Tobacco Settlement subsidy entitlement payment. This is an automated summary. Please rely on the contents included in the released audit report.