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MSP GHP Valid Defense Instruction

This document provides information about the informal dispute process available to Group Health Plans (GHPs) related to Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) recovery debt.  The information is reviewed and potentially updated, but is based upon the original guidance in place for over ten years.

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Final

Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Issue Date: January 01, 2010

DISCLAIMER: The contents of this database lack the force and effect of law, except as authorized by law (including Medicare Advantage Rate Announcements and Advance Notices) or as specifically incorporated into a contract. The Department may not cite, use, or rely on any guidance that is not posted on the guidance repository, except to establish historical facts.