HRSA Updates
HRSA has provided an update on the Provider Rural Payments, an overview of the Phase 4 application process, and re-opening of the PRF Period 1 Reporting Portal for those who experienced issues with report completion. Below is the AHCA summary with additional details:
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) shared an updated status of delayed American Rescue Plan (ARP) Rural payments and suggestions for provider action steps, overview of Phase 4, and action steps for Period 1 Reporting if providers missed the November 30 deadline.
- ARP Rural Payments: Applications still are in process due to size of award, Optum Account ID challenges, and pending denial letters or HRSA’s term, No Pay Letters. If a provider disagrees with the award amount, they will have the ability to request a reconciliation review.
- Provider Relief Fund (PRF) Phase 4: The Phase 4 process should be simpler because much of the background analysis was completed for ARP Rural payments. Awards are expected to begin in mid-December and continue through January on a rolling basis.
- PRF Period 1 Reporting: HRSA has re-opened the Period 1 Reporting Portal. Providers who contacted the Support Center to alert HRSA about reporting challenges will receive an email notifying them the reporting portal is open. However, all providers (including those who did not notify HRSA of a reporting issue) may go to the portal and complete their reports with no penalty. The portal closes December 20.
HRSA indicated it is unable to address individual provider challenges at this time while it continues working through applications. However, if providers have not received awards by mid-January, they should contact the Provider Support Line at (866) 569-3522 to request targeted assistance.
NYSHFA/NYSCAL CONTACT:
Carl J. Pucci
Chief Financial Officer
518-462-4800 x36
