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Federal Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) Process Guidance for Certified IDR Entities

Guidance for certified independent dispute resolution (IDR) entities on various aspects of the Federal IDR Process, including information on how the parties to a payment dispute may initiate the Federal IDR Process, the requirements that certified IDR entities must follow in making a payment determination, confidentiality standards, record keeping requirements, and the process for revocation of IDR certification, as well as how parties may request an extension of certain time periods for extenuating circumstances.

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Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Issue Date: February 10, 2022

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