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CMS’s FY2026 WCMSA statistics show increased WCRC review activity and continued differences between proposed and recommended WCMSA amounts. We break down the latest data, key year-over-year trends, and what they mean for workers’ compensation stakeholders.

CMS has released Version 8.6 of the MMSEA Section 111 NGHP User Guide, introducing several updates and clarifications affecting Responsible Reporting Entities (RREs) involved in Workers’ Compensation, Liability, and No-Fault reporting. While the update does not introduce major reporting rule changes, it contains important guidance related to non-submission notifications, wrongful death reporting, Qualified Settlement Funds […]

Allan Koba at National Comp 2026 National Comp 2026 returns to Las Vegas September 29-30, bringing together workers’ compensation professionals from across the country to explore industry trends, emerging challenges, and practical solutions. Allan Koba is proud to exhibit at this year’s conference at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino. Meet Us at National Comp 2026 […]

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has continued to refine its guidance on Workers’ Compensation Medicare Set-Aside Arrangements (WCMSAs) with the release of Version 4.5 of the WCMSA Reference Guide. Simultaneously, CMS conducted an important webinar clarifying the integration of WCMSA reporting requirements within the existing Section 111 Mandatory Insurer Reporting (MIR) framework […]

CMS opened 2026 with additional clarity on the Civil Money Penalty (CMP) enforcement timeline during its January 15th webinar, offering important operational details for Responsible Reporting Entities (RREs) preparing for the first audits under the Section 111 Final Rule. While much of the rule’s framework has already been published, CMS used this session to reinforce […]

To start 2026, CMS released Version 8.3 of the MMSEA Section 111 NGHP User Guide just five days into the year. Although not a voluminous overhaul, this update delivers several key clarifications and reminders that Responsible Reporting Entities should review carefully.   What’s New in Version 8.3? Medicare Query Result Clarification (Chapters I, II & IV) CMS […]