Lien Resolution Services

Unresolved liens are the most common reason for a delay or disruption in settlement disbursement. Furthermore, failure to resolve liens may jeopardize settlement funds and result in severe penalties. At Sage Settlement Consulting, we work closely with reputable lien resolution experts who streamline the process of identifying and resolving liens.

Types of Liens

• Medicare Liens: Medicare Secondary Payer laws stipulate that for cases involving Medicare beneficiaries, Medicare must be the first payee of a lawsuit. The burden is on the beneficiary to determine if a lien exists and to report it to Medicare. Our partners work to ensure that legal requirements are met and that Medicare benefits are safe. 
• Medicaid Liens: Medicaid regulations are complex and vary from state to state. In many instances, Medicaid can and will seek reimbursement from a portion of the settlement. By working with local Medicaid offices, our partners are able to assist injured claimants in meeting legal requirements and preserving Medicaid benefits. 
• ERISA or Private Healthcare Liens: An ERISA or private healthcare plan may attempt to seize a portion of the settlement amount—or, in some cases, the entire settlement—to recover the medical benefits it has distributed on behalf of the client.
• Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Liens: Claimants who received veterans’ benefits to cover the cost of medical care, dental care, hospitalization, or surgical procedures could be subject to seizure to repay a lien.

Don’t let unresolved liens delay or diminish your settlement. Contact Sage Settlement Consulting today to work with experienced lien resolution professionals who protect your recovery, ensure compliance, and help you receive your funds without unnecessary delays.

Reliable Lien Resolution Support for Your Needs

Our lien resolution partners provide expert guidance in:

• Identifying potential liens;
• Determining if any relevant benefits have been received;
• Managing correspondence with lienholder;
• Carefully auditing payment summaries;
• Negotiating the reduction or waiving of liens;
• Submitting appeals and petitions as needed;
• Coordinating paperwork and administrative functions; and
• Ensuring compliance with state/federal requirements and policies.

Comprehensive Services for Mass Tort Lien Resolution

For cases involving hundreds or even thousands of claimants, lien obligations can be overwhelming. Sage Settlement Consulting’s strategic partners are equipped to resolve liens on a large scale, with the same attention to compliance and efficiency as demonstrated in single-event cases. We work with leaders in the lien resolution industry to resolve liens quickly and most advantageously on mass tort cases. 

What Is Lien Resolution in the Context of a Personal Injury Settlement?

Lien resolution in the context of a personal injury settlement refers to the process of identifying, negotiating, and satisfying any legal claims or liens asserted against your settlement funds by third parties, such as healthcare providers, Medicaid, Medicare, or private insurers. These entities may be entitled to reimbursement for services paid on your behalf due to the injury.

At Sage Settlement Consulting, we work closely with injury victims, attorneys, and lienholders to ensure that these obligations are resolved efficiently and fairly. Without proper lien resolution, your settlement could be delayed or significantly reduced. Our goal is to protect your financial recovery by minimizing what must be paid back, ensuring compliance, and maximizing the amount you take home.

We help simplify a complex process so you can focus on your recovery—not the paperwork. Proper lien resolution is essential to avoid future legal or financial complications. Get in touch with a qualified professional today!

What Is the Difference Between Lien Resolution and Settlement Allocation?

Lien resolution and settlement allocation are two distinct but critical parts of the settlement process, especially in personal injury cases.

Lien resolution involves identifying and negotiating repayment of claims made by third parties who paid for injury-related services. Our consultants help ensure that these liens are resolved accurately and efficiently so they don’t delay or reduce your settlement unnecessarily.

Settlement allocation, on the other hand, is the strategic process of dividing your settlement into specific categories—like medical costs, pain and suffering, or future care—to meet legal, tax, or benefit-protection requirements. Proper allocation can help preserve public benefits (like SSI or Medicaid) and reduce tax exposure.

At our consulting firm, we assist with protecting the integrity and value of your settlement. We can ensure that you keep more of what you’ve been awarded and avoid costly missteps after your case concludes. For more information, reach out to a professional lien resolution specialist at Sage Settlement Consulting right away.

Contact us today to learn more about our mass tort services and how we can help you!