CMS clarifies 60-day revalidation requirement ahead of 2013 deadline

Why This Topic Matters

It helps organizations anticipate CMS revalidation notices, coordinate enrollment responses, and reduce the risk of Medicare billing suspension or deactivation tied to missed deadlines.

Article Sections

1. Revalidation timeline and deadline

   Overview of the CMS revalidation initiative and the timing expectations tied to notice receipt and the broader 2013 deadline.

2. Submitting an application and managing risk

   Discussion of application completeness, processing status, and the general risk considerations associated with timely submission and follow-up requests.

3. Letters could come at any time

   Operational concerns for practices awaiting revalidation notices and the burden of handling large groups of providers at different times.

4. Ordering/referring rule may not matter much

   High-level commentary on how the revalidation effort relates to broader Medicare enrollment oversight issues.