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DOH Releases 2021 RHCF Software

DOH has just posted the 2021 RHCF software to the HCS. The filing deadline is Monday, July 11, 2022.

Note: Third-party software will no longer be acceptable for RHCF submission.

Below is the DOH notice:

Dear Administrator:

This letter provides you with information regarding the 2021 RHCF Cost Report submissions. The 2021 software is now available through the internet-based Health Commerce System (HCS). The 2021 cost report and applicable electronic certifications are due to the Department by Monday, July 11, 2022.

No changes have been made to the software, however, please note, CPA certifications have been updated to be in accordance with the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYSSCPA) recently updated Statement on Auditing Standards (SAS 134 ), which aligns the generally accepted auditing standards with the standards issued by the International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board. The following documents are located on the HCS in the NH Cost Report section to aid in the submission:

  • RHCF Cost Report Submission Guidelines
  • RHCF Cost Report Electronic Certification Access Instructions
  • Updated CPA certification documents (in accordance with SAS 134)

Additionally, as referenced in the communication from the Department on March 4, 2022, the software provided by the Department is the SOLE software that can be used for submission of the cost report. Third party software creates errors in submission and can no longer be accepted.

If you or your delegate fills out the cost report in a third-party software and then loads the data into the Department’s software, the cost report does NOT load correctly and as such the cost report will be deemed unsubmitted and the provider will be subject to penalty.

It is critical that all providers and their delegates prepare and submit their cost report ONLY through the Department of Health software.

If you have any questions regarding the submission of the Cost Report or HCS access, please send an email to RHCF-HCS@health.ny.gov Please include RHCF Submission or HCS access in the subject line.

NYSHFA/NYSCAL CONTACTS:

Carl J. Pucci
Chief Financial Officer
518-462-4800 x36


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