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Virtual Member Roundtable: Post-Election Recap
Nov
14
3:00 PM15:00

Virtual Member Roundtable: Post-Election Recap

Thursday, November 14, at 3:00 P.M., CPAN will hold a 90-minute member virtual roundtable discussion. Legislative Coordinator, Kevin McKinney will share his perspectives on the recent election and thoughts about the remaining 2023/24 legislative session as well as the importance of advocacy efforts for the newly elected. Members of the CPAN legal team will discuss several significant appellate cases that affect the rights of patients and providers under Michigan’s No-Fault Law.  Register now to reserve your place.

https://www.viethconsulting.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?orgcode=CPAN&evid=49571331

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Member Roundtable: No-Fault Appellate Update
Jun
12
3:00 PM15:00

Member Roundtable: No-Fault Appellate Update

On Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 3:00 P.M., CPAN will present a 1-hour roundtable discussion of several significant appellate cases that affect the rights of patients and providers under Michigan’s No-Fault Law. CPAN lawyers Joel Finnell and Katie Tucker will lead the discussion by explaining the important role that CPAN has played in these cases – and share updates about their status or the significance of the Michigan appellate court’s rulings.  The discussion will conclude with a Q&A, where attendees are invited to raise questions regarding these cases – and the impact that they will have moving forward.

Registration link: https://www.viethconsulting.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?orgcode=CPAN&evid=46188835

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Year End Giving
Nov
28
to Dec 31

Year End Giving

Support CPAN Today

In the face of challenges resulting from the 2019 changes to the Michigan Auto No-fault Law, our resilience has been tested, and political leaders seem to continue to overlook our struggles. We've mourned the loss of dedicated advocates, and the exhaustion is palpable.

However, amidst these trials, we must not lose hope. Working hand in hand with lawmakers, CPAN is actively addressing the shortcomings of the fee schedule, the limitations on family-provided attendant care, and other detrimental aspects of the law. Additionally, the law also faces challenges in the courts and CPAN is actively engaged in these challenges as well. 

The credibility and reliability of CPAN’s voice was recently recognized by the Michigan Supreme Court who has invited CPAN to submit Amicus Curiae briefs in auto no-fault cases pending before that Court. These cases could impact the rights of patients to access high quality medical care and the rights of providers to be adequately reimbursed for providing that care. The Amicus invitations by the Michigan Supreme Court clearly confirm that, in matters dealing with the Michigan Auto No-Fault Law, CPAN has indeed become an important voice that should be heard and carefully considered.

CPAN has been and will continue to be that voice only with your help. Together, we can influence the Michigan auto no-fault insurance law positively, impacting everyone's lives.

Thank you for your support. If you wish to pay with a credit card, select the PayPal option. CPAN uses PayPal to process credit and debit cards. Once at PayPal, select pay with credit card option to complete the transaction. 

CPAN is a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization.  Your contribution is not a charitable contribution; however, may be considered as an ordinary business expense and deductible to the extent permitted by law. 

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RALLY at the Capitol: END THE AUTO NO-FAULT CARE CRISIS NOW!
Oct
3
11:30 AM11:30

RALLY at the Capitol: END THE AUTO NO-FAULT CARE CRISIS NOW!

There is no denying the carnage the fee schedule and limits on family provided attendant care have had on people with catastrophic injuries, their families and the professionals who dedicated their lives to providing high-quality services. While the people that were able to survive the tumultuous past two years obtained relief provided by the Supreme Court’s ruling in Andary that reverts the pay system back to “reasonable charges” for those injured prior to June 2019, people injured since will experience the same level of difficulty in finding access to care.
 
This is precisely why we need a legislative solution, or the Crisis in Care will continue. Stakeholders have been working diligently to put forth a legislative fix.  It is up to our Legislators now to ACT NOW! and END the Care Crisis. 
 
We need to harness the enthusiasm, tenacity, and commitment of our no-fault community.  The purpose of the rally is to show lawmakers and the administration that action is needed now and that our voices need to be heard – let’s work together to mitigate the damages.
 
Join Michigan Brain Injury Providers Council (MBIPC), We Can't Wait, the Brain Injury Association of MI (BIAMI), the Coalition Protecting Auto No-Fault (CPAN), the Interfaith Coalition and thousands of members, organizations, and survivors on October 3, 2023, as we rally in front of Michigan's State Capitol from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM.   The rally will include speakers from the survivor and provider communities, lawmakers, and other stakeholders along with a memorial for those that have passed since the 2019 changes in the law. 

T-Shirts may be available for purchase at the price of $10 for most sizes - while supplies last!

REGISTER HERE

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Member Roundtable on Andary Lawsuit
Mar
7
4:00 PM16:00

Member Roundtable on Andary Lawsuit

The Michigan Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the Andary Lawsuit on March 2, 2023.  Attendees of this Member Round Table will hear attorneys Steve Sinas and Lauren Kissel discuss the hearing and timeframe for the Supreme Court to render an opinion.  

The Court of Appeals ruling in the Andary Case required that insurance companies are legally obligated to pay the benefit claims of persons injured prior to the effective date of the new law, based upon the benefits that were available to such persons prior to those law changes. Therefore, such patients cannot have their medical expense benefits reduced by fee schedules, nor can an insurer limit reimbursable expenses for family provided attendant care to the hourly limitations set forth in the law. The case has binding precedential effect unless it is overturned by the Supreme Court.

Payments from some insurers to providers and caregivers are including clawback clauses. A clawback is a contractual provision whereby money already paid to a party must be returned. Insurers are including these clauses that state payments made must be returned if the Supreme Court overturns the Andary case.  A portion of the round table will include a discussion about how to recognize these clauses. 

Cost: Free to CPAN members in good standing, $12 for non-members

Registration link: https://www.viethconsulting.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?orgcode=CPAN&evid=36045013

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MMBA/CPAN Billing Q & A Session
Dec
16
2:00 PM14:00

MMBA/CPAN Billing Q & A Session

MMBA and CPAN are co-hosting a follow-up session to their October 21 seminar titled:  What Every Medical Biller and Financial Officer Should Know About the Amended Michigan No-Fault Insurance Act.  This session will  include an exchange of information and time for Q & A.

Date and Time:  Thursday, Dec. 16 from 2 - 4:00 P.M.

Panelists include: Connie Demeulenaere, President MMBA; Jill Young, Young Medical Consulting; Katie Tucker and Steve Sinas, members CPAN General Counsel team;  Dick Hillary, Miller Johnson Law Firm; and Rebecca Whitfield, Account Manager Red House Medical Billing. 

 The event will include breakout sessions for the following provider groups:

  • Provider Group I:  Larger-scale providers who render treatment that is generally reimbursable under Medicare.                                        

  • Provider Group II:  Smaller-scale providers who render treatment, including, but not limited to, in-home attendant or nursing care or therapy, that is generally not reimbursable by Medicare.

  • Provider Group III:  Including but not limited to, physician offices who render treatment including office services (Evaluations and Management [E&M], X-rays, & Procedures, outpatient and inpatient services (E & M & Surgical).

The cost for first time attendees is $50.  If you paid and attended the session held on October 21, this follow-up session is offered at no cost to you.

Link to register:  https://www.viethconsulting.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?orgcode=CPAN&evid=29430327

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CPAN Member Round Table
Nov
11
4:00 PM16:00

CPAN Member Round Table

A virtual CPAN Member Round Table will take place on Thursday, November 11th from 4 - 4:45 PM.   The update will be hosted on the ZOOM platform. Participants will hear from members of the CPAN legal team including Steve Sinas and Lauren Kissel, legislative coordinator Kevin McKinney, Scott Swanson from our PR Team at Moonsail North and Admin Director Martha Levandowski. 

The agenda includes:

  • Legislative update - Kevin McKinney, CPAN Legislative Coordinator

  • Recent DIFS Bulletins and what impact they play on patients and providers - Steve Sinas, Legal Team

  • Status and next steps in the Andary/Eisenhower Center lawsuit - Lauren Kissel, Legal Team

  • Update on the recent MCCA Refund announcement

  • General recap and plans for public education campaign - Scott Swanson, Moonsail North Team

  • Other announcements and action items

  • Q & A from members

Space is limited and you must register to receive the Zoom Meeting link to attend.  It is FREE to all CPAN members in good standing.

Registrants will be sent the link and instructions to participate prior to the event. 

Registration link: https://www.viethconsulting.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?orgcode=CPAN&evid=29214033

 

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MMBA and CPAN Seminar
Oct
21
9:00 AM09:00

MMBA and CPAN Seminar

WHAT EVERY MEDICAL BILLER AND FINANCIAL OFFICER SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE AMENDED MICHIGAN NO-FAULT INSURANCE ACT:

Information and resources to equip your business to develop and implement strategies to get bills paid and tips on how and when to appeal.

VIRTUAL CONFERENCE

THURSDAY, OCT. 21, 2021

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Cost: $200

EVENT CO-HOSTED BY MMBA AND CPAN 

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Agenda

 Overview of PA 21 Changes                              

  • PIP “Choice”

  • New Priority Rules

  • Changes to Tort Claims/Litigation

  • New Accreditation Requirement

  • New Attendant Care Limitation

 The New Fee Schedule            

    Brief Review of the Law:                                

  • MCL 500.3157

  • DIFS’ New Fee Schedule Rules

  • Relevant DIFS Bulletins

  • The Spectrum Health Decision

FAQs Answered on Topics Including:              

  • The Use of Codes and Claim Forms

  • Eligibility for Enhanced Reimbursement

  • Charge Description Master(s)

  • The Use of Fair Health Data

Breakout Discussions and Q&A for:      

  1. Provider Group I:  Larger-scale providers who render treatment that is generally reimbursable under Medicare.                                      

  2. Provider Group II:  Smaller-scale providers who render treatment, including, but not limited to, in-home attendant or nursing care or therapy, that is generally not reimbursable by Medicare.

  3. Provider Group III:  Including but not limited to, physician offices who render treatment including office services (Evaluations and Management [E&M], X-rays, & Procedures, outpatient and inpatient services (E & M & Surgical).

 

The New Utilization Review Rules and Process                       

Brief Review of the Law:                               

  • MCL 500.3157a

  • DIFS’ New Utilization Review Rules

FAQs Answered on Topics, Including:

  • DIFS’ Appeals vs. Civil Lawsuits:

  • Pros/Cons & How to Choose Your Best Path

  • “Judicial Review” of DIFS’ Decision(s)

  • Responding to Insurer/MCCA Requests

  • Grounds for Insurer/MCCA Denials of Provider Bills

  • “Medically Accepted Standards” for Denial

  • Official Disability Guidelines (“ODG”)

Breakout Discussions and Q&A for:        

  1. Provider Group I:  Larger-scale providers who render treatment that is generally reimbursable under Medicare.                                        

  2. Provider Group II:  Smaller-scale providers who render treatment, including, but not limited to, in-home attendant or nursing care or therapy, that is generally not reimbursable by Medicare.

  3. Provider Group III:  Including but not limited to, physician offices who render treatment including office services (Evaluations and Management[E&M], X-rays, & Procedures, outpatient and inpatient services (E & M & Surgical).

General Q&A                                                   

Concluding Remarks     

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Virtual Town Hall
Sep
15
4:00 PM16:00

Virtual Town Hall

Presenters Catherine Tucker & Stephen Sinas

During this difficult and uncertain time, this town hall is being offered to help auto crash survivors and their families to better understand the stressful state of affairs regarding their rights under the Michigan no-fault insurance law. This town hall will address a wide variety of topics and concerns important to those who have been injured and their families, including:

  • The rights of no-fault insurers to limit payment to injured people’s medical providers

  • The rights of insurance companies to limit payment of attendant care provided by family or friends

  • The legal challenges to the new no-fault reform rules

  • The new power of government to regulate and limit the care of auto accident survivors

  • The new rules regarding when injured people must go undergo medical evaluations at the request of their insurance company

  • A few observations on the concerns raised by so-called “attendant care contracts” - and options for how injured people or their caregivers can proceed if presented with one by their insurer

  • A few thoughts on the best practices for injured people and their families to follow when dealing with their no-fault insurance company

  • And an update on the ongoing advocacy efforts to change the most unfair aspects of the 2019 no-fault reforms.

 We hope that this virtual town hall will provide a comfortable setting for constructive and compassionate dialogue with Michigan’s injured and their families regarding their unfortunate predicaments following the 2019 no-fault reforms.

Register here: https://bit.ly/38qEmib

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Sep
9
9:00 AM09:00

Virtual No-Fault Provider Survival Course

CPAN, in conjunction with its General Counsel legal team at Sinas Dramis, present The No-fault Provider Survival Course.


Major changes to Michigan’s auto no-fault law enacted in 2019 have altered and limited the scope and extent of the PIP allowable expense benefits. Additionally, the new law made significant changes regarding tort liability claims. These 2019 changes in the law made filing claims overly complicated, with several important rules and requirements that must be followed in order to protect the legal rights of crash victims. It is imperative that providers rendering care to these patients covered by no-fault insurance thoroughly understand these differences. Medical providers are subject to “fee schedules," accreditation requirements, utilization review rules, and other oversights previously not required before the 2019 changes limiting covered services for patients.
 
The No-Fault Provider Survival Course is designed to help providers understand these changes and help them navigate the new rules and requirements imposed by the law. The course discusses the following 10 rules for provider protections:

1.  Determine applicable PIP Coverage Limits and Opt-Outs
2. Determine the Proper Payor of PIP Benefits
3. Know the Applicable Fee Schedules
4. Appreciate the Reasonable Change Problem
5. Submit Compliant and Timely Notice of Claims
6. Understand the New Utilization Review Process and Follow DIFS’ Rules
7. Understand Addition Restrictions on Care
8. Watch Out for Insurance Medical Exams
9. Protect the New Provider Cause of Action and Set-Up Penalty Sanctions
10. Recognize the Importance of the Tort Case
 
Included with the course registration is a comprehensive “binder” of materials which registrants can either obtain digitally or in an easy-to-reference color copy, hard copy, tabbed binder. The 16 tabbed sections include a copy of the No-Fault Auto Insurance Act, a “Protecting the Injured: Summary Guide," CPAN’s Making Smart Choices: Recommendations, CPAN's no-fault vs Medicare and Medicaid comparison coverage chart, DIFS Bulletins, Spectrum Health Hospital v Farm Bureau Case and case summary, Utilization Review Rules and summary timeline, Provider Appeal Request form, DIFS Accreditation requirements and FAQs, and “Tort Becomes PIP: The New Right to Recover Excess ‘Allowable Expenses from At-Fault Drivers” – article by Stephen Sinas.

Register at this link:  https://bit.ly/3Ac6Ub2

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Aug
5
1:00 PM13:00

No-Fault Provider Survival Course - August 5, 2021

CPAN, in conjunction with its General Counsel legal team at Sinas Dramis, present The No-fault Provider Survival Course. This course will be offered over several dates in a half-day virtual format.

Major changes to Michigan’s auto no-fault law enacted in 2019 have altered and limited the scope and extent of the PIP allowable expense benefits. Additionally, changes in the law made significant changes regarding tort liability claims. These 2019 changes in the law made filing claims overly complicated, with several important rules and requirements that must be followed in order to protect the legal rights of crash victims.  It is imperative that providers rendering care to these patients covered by no-fault insurance thoroughly understand these differences.  Medical providers are subject to “fee schedules”, accreditation requirements, utilization review rules, and other oversights previously not required before the 2019 changes limiting covered services for patients.

The No-Fault Provider Survival Course is designed to help providers understand these new changes and help them navigate the new rules and requirements imposed by the law.  The course discusses the following 10 rules for provider protections:

  1. Determine applicable PIP Coverage Limits and Opt-Outs

  2. Determine the Proper Payor of PIP Benefits

  3. Know the Applicable Fee Schedules

  4. Appreciate the Reasonable Change Problem

  5. Submit Compliant and Timely Notice of Claims

  6. Understand the New Utilization Review Process & Follow DIFS’ Rules

  7. Understand Addition Restrictions on Care

  8. Watch Out for Insurance Medical Exams

  9. Protect the New Provider Cause of Action & Set-Up Penalty Sanctions

  10. Recognize the Importance of the Tort Case

Cost:      

  • CPAN member and digital course materials - $130

  • CPAN member and color, hard copy, tabbed binder (sent to registrant) - $160 

  • Non-member and digital course materials - $165

  • Non-member and color, hard copy tabbed binder (sent to registrant) - $195

Course Materials: Included with the course registration is a comprehensive “binder” of materials that registrants can either obtain digitally or in an easy-to-reference color copy, hard copy, tabbed binder. The 16 tabbed sections include a copy of the No-Fault Auto Insurance Act, a “Protecting the Injured: Summary Guide”, CPAN’s Making Smart Choices: Recommendations, CPAN no-fault vs Medicare and Medicaid comparison coverage chart, DIFS Bulletins, Spectrum Health Hosp v Farm Bureau Case and case summary, Utilization Review Rules and summary timeline, Provider Appeal Request form, DIFS Accreditation requirements and FAQs, and “Tort Becomes PIP: The New Right to Recover Excess ‘Allowable Expenses from At-Fault Drivers” – article by Stephen Sinas.

Register: https://www.viethconsulting.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?orgcode=CPAN&evid=28039691

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A Town Hall for Crash Survivors and Their Families: Understanding Your Rights – What Now, What Next?
Jul
29
4:00 PM16:00

A Town Hall for Crash Survivors and Their Families: Understanding Your Rights – What Now, What Next?

During this difficult and uncertain time, this town hall is being offered to help auto crash survivors and their families to better understand the stressful state of affairs regarding their rights under the Michigan no-fault insurance law. This townhall will address a wide variety of topics and concerns important to those who have been injured and their families, including;

  • The rights of no-fault insurers to limit payment to injured people’s medical providers

  • The rights of insurance companies to limit payment of attendant care provided by family or friends

  • The legal challenges to the new no-fault reform rules

  • The new power of government to regulate and limit the care of auto accident survivors

  • The new rules regarding when injured people must go undergo medical evaluations at the request of their insurance company

  • A few thoughts on the best practices for injured people and their families to follow when dealing with their no-fault insurance company

  • And an update on the ongoing advocacy efforts to change the most unfair aspects of the 2019 no-fault reforms.

We hope that this virtual town hall will provide a comfortable setting for constructive and compassionate dialogue with Michigan’s injured and their families regarding their unfortunate predicaments following the 2019 no-fault reforms.

No cost to CPAN members or become a member - $25/year

(Members receive a regular newsletter, event notices, legislative action alerts, notices of legal actions and all member communications.)

Register to attend: https://bit.ly/36KOAcm

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Jul
21
9:00 AM09:00

No-Fault Provider Survival Course - July 21, 2021

CPAN, in conjunction with its General Counsel legal team at Sinas Dramis, present The No-fault Provider Survival Course. This course will be offered over several dates in a half-day virtual format.

Major changes to Michigan’s auto no-fault law enacted in 2019 have altered and limited the scope and extent of the PIP allowable expense benefits. Additionally, changes in the law made significant changes regarding tort liability claims. These 2019 changes in the law made filing claims overly complicated, with several important rules and requirements that must be followed in order to protect the legal rights of crash victims.  It is imperative that providers rendering care to these patients covered by no-fault insurance thoroughly understand these differences.  Medical providers are subject to “fee schedules”, accreditation requirements, utilization review rules, and other oversights previously not required before the 2019 changes limiting covered services for patients.

The No-Fault Provider Survival Course is designed to help providers understand these new changes and help them navigate the new rules and requirements imposed by the law.  The course discusses the following 10 rules for provider protections:

  1. Determine applicable PIP Coverage Limits and Opt-Outs

  2. Determine the Proper Payor of PIP Benefits

  3. Know the Applicable Fee Schedules

  4. Appreciate the Reasonable Change Problem

  5. Submit Compliant and Timely Notice of Claims

  6. Understand the New Utilization Review Process & Follow DIFS’ Rules

  7. Understand Addition Restrictions on Care

  8. Watch Out for Insurance Medical Exams

  9. Protect the New Provider Cause of Action & Set-Up Penalty Sanctions

  10. Recognize the Importance of the Tort Case

Cost:      

  • CPAN member and digital course materials - $130

  • CPAN member and color, hard copy, tabbed binder (sent to registrant) - $160

  • Non-member and digital course materials - $165

  • Non-member and color, hard copy tabbed binder (sent to registrant) - $195

Course Materials: Included with the course registration is a comprehensive “binder” of materials that registrants can either obtain digitally or in an easy-to-reference color copy, hard copy, tabbed binder. The 16 tabbed sections include a copy of the No-Fault Auto Insurance Act, a “Protecting the Injured: Summary Guide”, CPAN’s Making Smart Choices: Recommendations, CPAN no-fault vs Medicare and Medicaid comparison coverage chart, DIFS Bulletins, Spectrum Health Hosp v Farm Bureau Case and case summary, Utilization Review Rules and summary timeline, Provider Appeal Request form, DIFS Accreditation requirements and FAQs, and “Tort Becomes PIP: The New Right to Recover Excess ‘Allowable Expenses from At-Fault Drivers” – article by Stephen Sinas.

Register: https://www.viethconsulting.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?orgcode=CPAN&evid=28040913

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Feb
26
1:30 PM13:30

CPAN webinar: Attendant Care Under the New Michigan Auto No-fault Law

Who Should Attend?

Those providing care for auto accident survivors including family members, caregivers, home health and care agencies, and residential living care facilities.

Topics Covered:

Attendant care limits under the new law, the fee schedule, accreditation requirements, and Utilization Review Rules, understanding the difference between attendant care and replacement services, transportation, and the importance of documentation – why it is critical to justify care, tools, and guidance to keeping good detailed attendant care documentation. The session will include a brief discussion on interactions with claims adjusters concerning attendant care and include a short discussion on settlements – short-term and long-term issues to consider.

Panelists:

Attorney Katie Tucker, Partner Sinas Dramis Law; Maureen Howell, RN, and full-time caregiver for her son Sam; and Heather Kluemper and Teresa Hiatt, LPN from Optimal Medical Staffing & Home Care - sharing best practices from a home health care agency perspective.

Participant Materials:

Sample documentation forms, checklist, definitions, and other resources including a link to the recorded session.

Q & A:

Participants are encouraged to submit their questions in advance to ensure they are covered in the presentation.

Fee:
- CPAN members $25
- non-member $38

Registration link:
https://www.viethconsulting.com/members/evr/reg_event.php...

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Jan
20
3:00 PM15:00

Advocacy: Make Your Voice Heard

This virtual FREE education session will include presentations from legislative coordinator Kevin McKinney and advocacy educator Jean Doss. 

Everyone is encouraged to attend this session. The session is designed for healthcare providers, auto accident survivors and their families along with caregivers to learn how to maximize the impact of their "stories" to Michigan lawmakers and the media. The training provided in this session will help all attendees overcome the barriers to effective grassroots advocacy by demystifying the legislative process, knowing when and why to act, and learning how to tell their stories with concise, persuasive messages to legislators and members of the media. 

Space is limited and you must register to receive the Zoom meeting link to attend.

https://www.viethconsulting.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?orgcode=CPAN&evid=25535813

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Dec
16
3:00 PM15:00

Update on the Andary/Eisenhower Lawsuit

Join CPAN on Dec. 16 for a webinar with Sinas Dramis attorney Lauren Kissel for important updates regarding the Eisenhower/Andary lawsuit challenging the 56 hour per week attendant care limit and non-Medicare fee schedule of the no-fault reforms.

Ms. Kissel will discuss the Court’s recent decision in the case, what this means for the case going forward, and the next steps in the legal process. This session will include time for Q & A.

The session is free for CPAN members in good standing, $25 for non-members. The session will start at 3:00 PM and is expected to conclude by 4:00 PM.

Register here.

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Dec
9
12:00 PM12:00

CPAN Member Webinar Utilization Review Rules

Join CPAN on Dec. 9 for a webinar with Sinas Dramis attorney Katie Tucker, who will present to CPAN members on the brand-new Utilization Review Rules and process under the amended version of the No-Fault Act. Ms. Tucker will identify what the utilization review process is – and how it came to be – and provide an overview of the Rules and the 3-stage utilization review process.  In addition, she will share some important takeaways and strategies that you can apply to your billing and collection process. The session will include time for Q & A.  This session is free for CPAN members.

Register here: https://www.viethconsulting.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?orgcode=CPAN&evid=25150883

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Dec
4
2:00 PM14:00

Advocacy: Make Your Voice Heard

This virtual FREE education session will include presentations from legislative coordinator Kevin McKinney and advocacy educator Jean Doss. 

Everyone is encouraged to attend this session. The session is designed for healthcare providers, auto accident survivors and their families along with caregivers to learn how to maximize the impact of their "stories" to Michigan lawmakers and the media. The training provided in this session will help all attendees overcome the barriers to effective grassroots advocacy by demystifying the legislative process, knowing when and why to act, and learning how to tell their stories with concise, persuasive messages to legislators and members of the media. 

Space is limited and you must register to receive the Zoom meeting link to attend.

Register here: https://www.viethconsulting.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?orgcode=CPAN&evid=25152105

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Nov
18
3:00 PM15:00

CPAN Member Round Table

A virtual CPAN Member Round Table will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 18 from 3-4:30 p.m. The update will be hosted on Zoom.

Participants will hear from members of the CPAN legal team George, Steve and Tom Sinas, legislative coordinator Kevin McKinney, Members of our PR Team at Moonsail North, and Admin Director Martha Levandowski. There is a FREE CPAN member event. The agenda includes:

  • Update on the new law and recent legal cases – Legal Team

  • Legislative update and recap of elections - Kevin McKinney

  • Status and next steps in the Andary/Eisenhower Center lawsuit – Legal Team

  • General recap and plans for public education campaign, PANIC group update and research project – Martha Levandowski and Moonsail Team

  • Q & A from members

Register here: https://www.viethconsulting.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?orgcode=CPAN&evid=25148439

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Sep
10
4:30 PM16:30

Survive & Thrive goes virtual for 2020!

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This year would have been the 9th anniversary of Survive & Thrive, CPAN’s annual art sale and reception hosted by WorkSkills and Studio West Gallery. But social distancing and limitations on gatherings have forced this year’s event to take a different twist. We didn’t want to forsake this opportunity to showcase and sell art while raising much-needed funds for CPAN, so we are going to host a virtual event. This year’s Survive & Thrive event will take place on Sept. 10 from 4:30 p.m. until 6 p.m. via Zoom.

There are lots of fun elements planned for this virtual event. Zoom in and share a special signature beverage and appetizer together. There will be raffle drawings throughout the event, a special musical guest performance, and of course the chance to bid on some beautiful art. Chat with the friends you have been missing these past few months while working remotely. And, you don’t have to wear a mask to participate!

Your support is critically needed. Please register as a Blooming sponsor for $350.00, which includes: the opportunity to air a 30 – 90-second video about your organization (you provide) during the event, your logo on two Facebook posts leading up to and after the event, and recognition in the CPAN newsletter along with a 2020 commemorative art piece. Or support as a Thriving Sponsor for $1,000 and receive all the benefits above plus your logo on the Zoom event banner and video posted on our social page (nearly 6,000 followers) in conjunction with the event. Register at this link or send a check to Martha Levandowski, Administrative Director, CPAN at 216 North Chestnut Street, Lansing, MI 48933.

Individual tickets are:

  • $20 for CPAN members (includes bidder information, email confirmation with event details and more)

  • $25 for non-members  (includes bidder information, email confirmation with event details and more)

Join us for this one of a kind event. Hope to see you on September 10th.

REGISTER HERE

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Mar
12
6:00 PM18:00

Detroit - Auto Insurance Public Education Town Hall

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  • Google Calendar ICS

The Michigan Legislature approved sweeping changes to the auto insurance law. There’s a great deal of misinformation out there. Learn about the changes in coverages, the choices you will be facing, and the risks associated with those choices for you and your family. Learn the truth about the anticipated cost savings for policy holders as well as the impact on families, the community, seniors, cyclists, out-of-state visitors, pedestrians, medical providers and taxpayers.

Hear from a panel of experts, ask your questions and find resources at this forum.

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Mar
4
6:00 PM18:00

Muskegon County - Auto Insurance Public Education Town Hall

  • Folkert Community Hub and Banquet Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Muskegon County residents, mark your calendars to attend this public education forum on the new auto insurance law Wednesday, March 4, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Learn about the options you will be faced with come time to renew your insurance and how this decision could impact your family and your financial future.

Free parking, open to the public.

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Mar
3
6:00 PM18:00

Flint - Auto Insurance Public Education Town Hall

  • Unitarian Universalist Church of Flint (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Michigan Legislature approved sweeping changes to the auto insurance law. There’s a great deal of misinformation out there. Learn about the changes in coverages, the choices you will be facing, and the risks associated with those choices for you and your family. Learn the truth about the anticipated cost savings for policy holders as well as the impact on families, the community, seniors, cyclists, out-of-state visitors, pedestrians, medical providers and taxpayers.

Hear from a panel of experts, ask your questions and find resources at this forum.

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Mar
2
6:00 PM18:00

Grand Rapids - Auto Insurance Public Education Town Hall

Kent County residents, mark your calendars to attend this public education forum on the new auto insurance law Monday, March 2, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Learn about the options you will be faced with come time to renew your insurance and how this decision could impact your family and your financial future.

Open to the public.

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Feb
27
6:00 PM18:00

Detroit - Auto Insurance Public Education Town Hall

Wayne County residents, mark your calendars to attend this public education forum on the new auto insurance law Thursday, Feb. 27, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Learn about the options you will be faced with come time to renew your insurance and how this decision could impact your family and your financial future.

Open to the public.

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Feb
11
6:00 PM18:00

White Lake - Auto Insurance Public Education Town Hall

Oakland County residents, mark your calendars to attend this public education forum on the new auto insurance law Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Learn about the options you will be faced with come time to renew your insurance and how this decision could impact your family and your financial future.

Free parking, open to the public.

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