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Independent Auditor (IA) Validation Process for Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plan Program Audits

Guidance for the steps of the IA validation process, should an IA be required, and
to describe the roles and responsibilities of all parties involved

Download the Guidance Document

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

Issue Date: November 12, 2015

DISCLAIMER: The contents of this database lack the force and effect of law, except as authorized by law (including Medicare Advantage Rate Announcements and Advance Notices) or as specifically incorporated into a contract. The Department may not cite, use, or rely on any guidance that is not posted on the guidance repository, except to establish historical facts.