Lien Resolution
We provide coordinated lien resolution services to facilitate timely communication and resolution with lien holders.
Streamlined Workflow for Lien Review and Resolution
Lien resolution is vital to closing your client’s case and disbursing the funds owed them, but it can often be a muddied process that requires valuable time, know-how, and resources. A client in the thick of their recovery doesn’t always keep detailed records clarifying who is paying for their medical care. Before distribution of the settlement, medical liens need to be correctly ascertained, and a delay in this step is a delay in your client’s ability to move forward in receiving their settlement funds.
Our team understands that lien resolution can be messy. Not only are numerous parties attempting to claim the piece of the pie they feel rightly belongs to them, but accurately demonstrating how that pie should be apportioned can be complicated without detailed and accurate records. Understandably, clients with healthcare liens may have difficulty demonstrating what is owed to whom, after all, they’ve probably been more concerned with their recovery process than the associated paperwork. Sorting out timelines, coverage periods, and ever-changing policies requires scrupulous attention.
At Universal Mass Torts, we’re accustomed to sifting through the frequently tangled mess of healthcare liens, which often includes:
- Dual beneficiary issues.
- Determining which government body or private entity administered patient coverage.
- Medicare claims that were outsourced to numerous administrators.
- Determining applicable protocol for varying benefit structures.
- Changes in regulatory policy.
In the administration of lien resolution, the skilled and experienced Universal Mass Torts team will determine which lienholders have a priority claim to any settlement distribution and communicate with the client to resolve discrepancies. The complexities of federal, state, private, and ERISA coverage are familiar territory for our experts, who move through it efficiently and effectively. In addition to determining how settlement funds should be allocated to lien holders, we also recognize which liens should be strategically negotiated to preserve settlement recovery. Wrapping up lien resolution in a timely and equitable manner while protecting our clients’ interests is a Universal Mass Torts priority.
FAQS
Why is Lien Resolution required before settlement distribution?
Lien Resolution is required to ensure that all legal and financial obligations tied to a claimant’s recovery are satisfied before funds are distributed. Resolving liens helps prevent disputes, ensures compliance with legal requirements, and protects both claimants and law firms from future claims or repayment issues.
What types of liens are commonly involved in mass tort cases?
Common liens may include:
- Health insurance liens (private insurers)
- Government liens (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid)
- Hospital or provider liens
- Workers’ compensation liens (if applicable)
Each type of lien may have different rules, documentation requirements, and resolution processes.
How does Universal Mass Torts support the lien resolution process?
UMT supports lien resolution by organizing claimant data, identifying potential lienholders, coordinating documentation needed for lien verification, and tracking lien status throughout the process. We ensure that all relevant records (such as medical bills and treatment history) are properly compiled and accessible to support accurate lien identification and resolution.
Our Services
Benefits of Partnering with Universal Mass Torts
Dedicated Live Client Communication
Your clients are never left waiting. We provide real-time, human support for calls, emails, and follow-ups, ensuring every prospective client is answered promptly and professionally, improving trust and conversion rates.
Fast, Structured Intake & Case Processing
We streamline the entire front-end workflow, from initial intake to document collection and retainer execution, so cases move quickly and consistently through your pipeline without bottlenecks or delays.
Consistent, Scalable Administrative Support
Whether you’re handling dozens or thousands of inquiries, we provide reliable, organized support that scales with your caseload, reducing internal workload and ensuring no lead, call, or document falls through the cracks.