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This page features important updates to the U.S. ASR Settlement Program and enhancements to the website as they become available.
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Calculating Payment Amounts for 2017 Extension Agreement Matrix Level VII Lost Earnings Claims
(November 28, 2018)
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Click here to view an Alert that discusses how the Claims Processor will calculate payments for Matrix Level VII Lost Earnings Claims in the 2017 Extension Agreement. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Calculating Pro Rata Payment Amounts for Claimants with Eligible Extraordinary Injury Fund Claims in the 2013 Settlement
(October 16, 2017)
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Click here to view an Alert that discusses how the Claims Processor will calculate Pro Rata Payments for Eligible EIF Claims in the 2013 Settlement Agreement. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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New Deadline to Enroll under the 2017 Extension Agreement
(October 9, 2017)
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The Parties extended the Enrollment Deadline for the 2015 ASR Hip Settlement Program pursuant to the 2017 ASR Extension Agreement. Claimants now have until December 1, 2017 to submit all PART A Base Claims, PART B Bilateral Claims and PART B EIF Claims for Past Matrix Level benefits under the 2017 ASR Extension Agreement. The deadline to submit a Green Claim Form for Future Matrix Level benefits is within 90 days of the respective claim’s accrual.
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Calculating Payment Amounts for 2015 Matrix Level VII Lost Earnings Claims
(September 28, 2017)
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Click here to view an Alert that discusses how the Claims Processor will calculate payments for Matrix Level VII Lost Earnings Claims in the 2015 Settlement Agreement. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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New Deadline to Enroll under the 2017 Extension Agreement
(June 21, 2017)
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Claimants and attorneys wishing to enroll in the 2015 Settlement pursuant to the 2017 Extension Agreement must submit all required Enrollment Materials and medical records on or before 7/19/17. On 3/17/17, the Claims Processor posted a summary of the required Enrollment materials and medical records on the News and Developments page under the 2017 Extension Agreement Enrollment Process heading.
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Updates on the 2017 Extension Agreement Enrollment Process and Green Form
(May 2, 2017)
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Click here to view an Alert that discusses updates to the 2017 Extension Agreement Enrollment Process and Green Form. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Calculating Payment Amounts for Matrix Level VII Lost Earnings Claims
(April 28, 2017)
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Click here to view an Alert that discusses how the Claims Processor will calculate payments for Matrix Level VII Lost Earnings Claims. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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2017 Extension Agreement Enrollment Process
(March 17, 2017)
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On March 3, 2017, DePuy and the Settlement Oversight Committee signed the 2017 ASR Extension Agreement (“2017 Extension Agreement”), which modifies and amends certain provisions of the 2015 Settlement Agreement. The 2015 Settlement Agreement now compensates eligible ASR patients in the United States who had surgery to replace their ASR™ XL Acetabular Hip System or ASR™ Hip Resurfacing System, known as a Revision Surgery, through February 15, 2017. Product Users who wish to participate in the 2015 Settlement as a result of the 2017 Extension Agreement can now begin the Enrollment process. Click here to view the 2017 Extension Agreement.
This document summarizes the Enrollment materials that must be submitted on or before June 19, 2017, and outlines the required medical documents that must be submitted on or before June 19, 2017. View
The Claims Processor prepared an updated Damages Calculator as a tool to help claimants and law firms calculate a Product User’s potential Part A Base Award. This Damages Calculator is for informational purposes only and is not a requirement for the Registration or Enrollment phases of the Settlement Program. View
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Future EIF Award Reduction for 2013 and 2015 Settlement Programs
(September 27, 2016)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor that provides updated information regarding the PART B EIF Reductions to Future Matrix Level Awards for the 2013 and 2015 Settlement Programs. If you have questions about this Alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Status of EIF Claim Payments in the 2015 Settlement
(September 13, 2016)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor that provides an update on the processing of Extraordinary Injury Fund (“EIF”) claims submitted in the 2015 ASR Settlement Program, including the issuance of outstanding EIF Claim Payments. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Calculating Loss Amounts for Matrix Level VII Lost Earnings Claims
(August 26, 2016)
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Click here to view an Alert that discusses how the Claims Processor will calculate losses for Matrix Level VII Lost Earnings Claims. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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2015 Settlement Program Future EIF Award Reduction
(June 23, 2016)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor that provides updated information regarding the PART B EIF Reductions to Future Matrix Level Awards. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Status of 2015 Settlement Program EIF Claims
(March 15, 2016)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor that provides an update on the processing of Extraordinary Injury Fund claims submitted in the 2015 ASR Settlement Program, including which injury types may receive notices and the timing of payments. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Status of Miscellaneous EIF Claims in the 2013 Settlement
(March 15, 2016)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor that provides an update on the timing of notices for Extraordinary Injury Fund claims filed under Matrix Level II Miscellaneous and Matrix Level VII. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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2013 Settlement Program Future EIF Award Reduction
(March 3, 2016)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor that provides updated information regarding the PART B EIF Reductions to Future Matrix Level Awards. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Documentation Requirements for Matrix Level VII Lost Earnings Claims
(February 16, 2016)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor that describes the documentation requirements for Matrix Level VII Lost Earnings Claims. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Status of 2013 Settlement Program EIF Claim Payments
(November 10, 2015)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor that provides an update on issuance of outstanding EIF Claim Payments in the 2013 Settlement Program. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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2015 Settlement Green Claim Form Availability and Document Requirements for EIF Claims
(September 21, 2015)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor that describes the documents required to support a claim for each of the Extraordinary Injury Fund Matrix Levels in the 2015 Settlement. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Potential Scam Alert
(September 8, 2015)
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BE AWARE OF POTENTIAL SCAMS. Do not respond to requests to send money to participate in the U.S. ASR Hip Settlement Program, and do not communicate with anyone about your claim other than your lawyer, or the Claims Processor if you are unrepresented. Report any suspicious calls or communications to the Claims Processor by email at claimsprocessor@USASRHipSettlement.com, or by phone at (877) 391-3169.
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Status of 2015 Settlement Program
(June 16, 2015)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor that provides an update on the 2015 U.S. ASR Hip Settlement Program. If you have questions about this Alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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2015 ASR Settlement Benefits Overview--Prepared by the Settlement Oversight Committee
(March 20, 2015)
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This document outlines the three basic areas of compensation and payments for the 2015 ASR Settlement Agreement. View
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2015 Settlement Enrollment Process
(March 12, 2015)
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On March 2, 2015, DePuy and the Settlement Oversight Committee signed the 2015 ASR Settlement Agreement, which compensates eligible ASR patients in the United States who had surgery to replace their ASR™ XL Acetabular Hip System or ASR™ Hip Resurfacing System, known as revision surgery, between August 31, 2013, and January 31, 2015 (“2015 Settlement”). Product Users who wish to participate in the 2015 Settlement can now begin the Enrollment process. This document summarizes the 2015 Enrollment process and includes instructions on submitting required documents. View
This document summarizes the Enrollment materials that must be submitted on or before May 1, 2015, and outlines the required medical documents that must be submitted on or before June 1, 2015. View
The Claims Processor prepared a Damages Calculator as a tool to help claimants and law firms calculate a Product User’s potential Part A Base Award under the 2015 Settlement. This Damages Calculator is for informational purposes only and is not a requirement for the Registration or Enrollment phases of the Settlement Program. View
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New EIF Claim Activity Menu
(January 8, 2015)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor describing the new EIF Claim Activity menu now available in the ASR Portal. If you have questions about this Alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Status of EIF Claims
(December 22 , 2014)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor that provides an update on EIF Claims in the U.S. ASR Hip Settlement Program. If you have questions about this Alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Updating Registration Information
(May 23, 2014)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor that provides guidance on how to confirm and update your Registration Information to comply with the Registration Order of your jurisdiction. If you have questions about this Alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Status of U.S. Settlement Program
(May 19, 2014)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor that provides an update on the U.S. ASR Hip Settlement Program. If you have questions about this Alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Document Requirements for Extraordinary Injury Fund (EIF) Claims
(June 16, 2014)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor that describes that the documents required to support a claim for each of the Extraordinary Injury Fund Matrix Levels. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Tips for Uploading Supporting Documents to the ASR Portal
(March 26, 2014)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor to help law firms and pro se claimants upload supporting documentation to the secure ASR Portal. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Communicating with the Claims Processor’s Law Firm Contact Team
(March 25, 2014)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor to help law firms communicate with their designated Claims Processor contact. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Finalizing Enrollment Submissions
(March 14, 2014)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor to help law firms and Pro Se Product Users finalize their Enrollment Submissions. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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2013 ASR Settlement Benefits Overview--Prepared by the Settlement Oversight Committee
(March 13, 2014)
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This document outlines the three basic areas of compensation and payments for the 2013 ASR Settlement Agreement.
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How to Upload Supporting Documentation
(March 11, 2014)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor to help law firms and Pro Se Product Users submit complete and organized supporting documentation. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Changes to the Blue Claim Form
(March 11, 2014)
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Click here to view an Alert from the Claims Processor that describes recent changes to the Blue Claim Form and how those changes differ from the original version of the Blue Claim Form. If you have questions about this alert, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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ASR Portal Available for Unrepresented Product Users
(January 24, 2014)
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The ASR Portal is now available for Unrepresented Product Users to prepare and submit their Enrollment Claims Package and Medical Records. Click here to login or request access to the ASR Portal. You can also access the ASR Portal by selecting the Login button on the left. Contact the Claims Processor by email, claimsprocessor@USASRHipSettlement.com, or phone at (877) 391-3169 if you have questions about the ASR Portal.
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Enrollment Materials Available
(January 20, 2014)
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Product Users who wish to participate in the Settlement Program can now begin the Enrollment process. The Parties and the Claims Processor have made available the Claim Forms and Release of All Claims required as part of the Enrollment Package. You can also upload PDFs of supporting documents. For ASR Portal users, the majority of required Enrollment data in the Claim Forms and Release of All Claims will be pre-populated from the previously submitted Registration spreadsheets. The Stipulations of Dismissal and Green Form for Extraordinary Injury benefits are not yet ready for use. We will send additional updates when those materials are available.Product Users Represented by Counsel. Product Users who are represented by Counsel do not have access to the ASR Portal and should not submit their own Enrollment materials. Instead, the Primary Law Firm will use the ASR Portal to submit Enrollment materials for all Product Users they represent.Unrepresented Product Users. If you are not represented by a lawyer, the Claims Processor will make the ASR Portal available to you soon. The ASR Portal is a secure internet portal that allows a user to exchange information with the Claims Processor, which facilitates an efficient and quick submission of all required Enrollment materials and supporting documentation. It is the most efficient and secure method of communicating with the Claims Processor. The ASR Portal also will become your mechanism to monitor the status of your claim at any time and track any deadlines. Contact the Claims Processor by email, claimsprocessor@USASRHipSettlement.com, or phone at (877) 391-3169 to request access to the ASR Portal. You also may contact the Claims Processor to request a hard copy version of the Enrollment Packet. If you contact us by email, include your full name, Date of Birth, the last four digits of your Social Security Number, and a telephone number so that we can reach you with any questions or updates.
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Damages Calculator Prepared by the Settlement Oversight Committee
(January 17, 2014)
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The Settlement Oversight Committee (“SOC”) prepared this Damages Calculator as a tool to help claimants and law firms calculate a Product User’s potential Part A Base Award. This Damages Calculator is for informational purposes only and is not a requirement for the Registration or Enrollment phases of the Settlement Program. View
The amount calculated by this Damages Calculator is a representation of your Part A Base Award based on the information provided within this hypothetical tool. It is not binding on the Claims Processor and will not influence the Claims Processor’s final Part A Base Award determination. The Claims Processor will not reference this Damages Calculator when determining a Product User’s Part A Base Award. The Claims Processor will use the medical documents, other required proof, and Article 7 of the Settlement Agreement to determine the Product User’s Part A Base Award.
This Damages Calculator is a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet that uses embedded Macros to make the hypothetical award calculations, which may not work with all versions of Microsoft Excel. Law Firms and Unrepresented Claimants should contact the SOC with any questions about this Damages Calculator.
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How to Submit Complete Registration Materials
(December 19, 2013)
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Click here to review an Alert from the Claims Processor to help law firms and Pro Se Product Users submit complete Registration materials and also guide law firms and Product Users on what steps to take if you have already submitted Registration materials that may be incomplete. If you have any questions about how to complete the Registration process, contact us by one of the methods identified on the Contact Us tab.
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Materials Required for Enrollment
(December 9, 2013)
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This document summarizes the Enrollment materials that must be submitted on or before April 1, 2014. This summary outlines the medical documents that must be submitted in addition to the Forms required for a complete Enrollment/Claims package.
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