New PECOS feature in 2012 could finally make paper CMS-855s a thing of the past

Why This Topic Matters

Provider enrollment and revalidation affect whether Medicare participation records stay current and whether practices can respond efficiently to CMS notices. The article is relevant for teams managing Medicare credentialing, PECOS access, and the transition away from paper enrollment workflows.

Article Sections

1. Medicare enrollment

   An overview of the enrollment context and the move toward online PECOS use for provider revalidation and related administrative updates.

2. Waiting for 2012: The fast-track feature and PECOS upgrade

   Discussion of the planned PECOS upgrade, including a new screen-based workflow and electronic handling of certification-related steps.

3. CMS reveals timeframe, website for revalidations

   Coverage of CMS’s revalidation rollout schedule, including notice timing, the planned public website, and how providers may be alerted.