CMS Posted Petition Process for Certification of Independent Dispute Resolution Entities

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) posted its online form for interested independent dispute resolution entities to apply for certification. Applicants can apply online and submit documentation to show the required experience and staffing to adjudicate cases. Once an applicant is determined to meet the minimum qualification standards, they will be subject to a public petition period of five business days. This public petition period allows interested parties to submit a petition for denial of the application for certification. Anyone who wishes to petition against an entity becoming certified must complete a petition form, outline the reasons for the petition, and provide supporting documentation within the five-day period. A list of applicants for certification as independent dispute resolution entities will be posted weekly on the CMS feedback page.