decisionhealth Newsletters, Answer Books - 2006 Issue 3 (March)
Program_Memos / 2000 / AB-00-06
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Article Overview
This Medicare program memorandum explains updates to the Do Not Forward initiative for intermediaries, carriers, and DMERCs. It covers operational reporting, returned-check processing, provider address verification, communication between enrollment and financial staff, and the effective and implementation dates for the policy changes. The article is relevant to Medicare administrative staff, provider enrollment teams, financial staff, and contractor operations personnel who manage mailed payments and related reporting.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps Medicare contractors understand how the Do Not Forward initiative affects mail handling, provider file maintenance, and quarterly reporting so payment processing can be managed consistently across contractor types.
Article Sections
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Returned Check Process for FIs and Carriers
Explains the mail-handling process for returned provider checks and the related internal workflow between financial and enrollment staff. It also discusses how returned items are tracked and how flagged provider records are managed.
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Change of Address Process for FIs and Carriers
Describes the provider address verification workflow after a returned check and the coordination needed to update records and remove a flag. It also addresses the type of notification required for address changes.
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Quarterly Reporting for FIs, Carriers, and DMERCs
Summarizes the reporting cadence and implementation periods for quarterly status reporting across contractor types. It identifies the general timeline for submitting results through the regional office process.
What You Will Learn
- How the Do Not Forward initiative applies to Medicare contractor operations
- How returned provider checks are handled at a process level
- How provider address verification and file updates fit into the workflow
- What quarterly reporting is required and when it is due
- Which contractor groups are affected by the memorandum
Who Should Read This
- Medicare intermediaries
- Medicare carriers
- DMERCs
- Provider enrollment staff
- Financial staff
- Contractor operations staff
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