E/M Coding Alert - 2019 Issue 11
News You Can Use: Prepare for MFA Protection With Medicare Provider Online Enrollment
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Article Overview
This news item covers CMS’s implementation of multifactor authentication across key provider enrollment and identity systems used in Medicare. It is relevant to providers, billing staff, and enrollment teams who manage online access and account security, especially those tracking changes announced through Medicare contractors. The article also points readers to external user support resources for questions about implementation and access.
Why This Topic Matters
Healthcare organizations that use Medicare provider enrollment portals need to anticipate changes to login security and account access. Understanding the rollout timing and available support can help practices prepare operationally for updated authentication requirements.
Article Sections
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Plan for This Implementation Schedule
Summarizes CMS’s planned phased rollout of multifactor authentication across provider enrollment and identity systems, with timing notes for the affected platforms.
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Answers
Identifies the support channel providers should use for questions related to setup, login access, and account issues.
What You Will Learn
- Which Medicare provider enrollment systems are included in the multifactor authentication rollout
- How the implementation is being phased over time
- Where providers are directed to get help with access and setup questions
- Why CMS is emphasizing additional login security for online provider systems
Who Should Read This
- Physicians and group practices
- Medical practice administrators
- Billing and coding staff
- Provider enrollment staff
- Healthcare compliance and IT/security personnel
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