Frequently Asked Questions

A Medicare Set-Aside is a portion of your injury settlement that is reserved to pay for future medical expenses related to your injury. Medicare requires this so that your settlement money — not Medicare — covers injury-related medical costs first. Once the MSA funds are properly exhausted, Medicare resumes paying for those medical expenses.

It depends on your situation. If you are currently a Medicare beneficiary, or if you are reasonably expected to become one within 30 months of your settlement, you may need to consider Medicare's interests. Factors include the type of case, the settlement amount, and your specific medical needs. We provide a free consultation to help you determine whether an MSA is necessary for your case.

Technically, yes — you can self-administer your MSA. However, the rules are complex, and mistakes can have serious consequences. If you use MSA funds for unapproved expenses, fail to keep proper records, or miss required reports, Medicare can refuse to cover your injury-related medical care. Professional administration through Medvst ensures everything is done correctly and protects your benefits.

If your MSA has been properly administered and the funds are exhausted through approved medical expenses, Medicare will begin paying for your injury-related medical care again. This is exactly why proper administration is so important — it creates a clear record showing that the funds were used correctly, making the transition back to Medicare coverage smooth.

A Medicare lien is a claim that Medicare has against your settlement for medical treatment it paid for during your case. When Medicare pays for treatment related to your injury while your claim is pending, it has the right to be reimbursed from your settlement. The total of these payments is the lien amount.

Yes. Medicare allows for reductions based on procurement costs (your attorney fees and legal expenses). Additionally, if the lien includes charges for treatment unrelated to your injury, those can be disputed and removed. Medvst reviews every charge and negotiates with Medicare to reduce your lien to the lowest legitimate amount.

The timeline varies depending on the complexity of the lien and how quickly Medicare and the BCRC respond. Typically, the process takes 30 to 90 days from the time we receive all necessary documentation. We work to resolve liens as quickly as possible so your settlement can be finalized without unnecessary delays.

Our fees vary depending on the service. For MSA administration, the fee is often built into the MSA allocation itself, meaning there is typically no additional out-of-pocket cost to you. For lien resolution and consulting services, we provide transparent pricing during your free initial consultation. We never charge hidden fees.

Yes. Your initial consultation with Medvst is completely free with no obligation. We review your situation, explain your options, and answer your questions — at no cost. We want you to have the information you need to make the best decision for your situation.

No. Medvst is committed to complete transparency in our pricing. All fees are explained in detail before you agree to any services. You will know exactly what you are paying for and why. If anything about our pricing is unclear, we encourage you to ask — we are happy to explain.

The Medvst client portal is a secure online platform where you can track your MSA account in real time. You can view your balance, see payment history, download reports and documents, upload files, and communicate with our team. It is available 24/7 from any device with internet access.

Yes. Our client portal uses HIPAA-compliant security measures to protect your personal, medical, and financial information. All data is encrypted, access requires authentication, and we follow strict security protocols to keep your information safe.

Yes, with your authorization. If you would like a family member, caregiver, or legal representative to have access to your portal, we can set that up for you. We understand that managing a settlement is often a family effort, and we want to make sure the right people have the information they need.