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RHHI-To-HHH MAC Transition Set For June 13

Published on Tue May 03, 2011

If you're currently served by Cahaba GBA and you didn't turn in your new EFT form to CIGNA in May, get ready for a cash flow crunch. CIGNA Government Services, the new HHH MAC, is taking over Cahaba's home care contractor duties starting June 13. Without an EFT form filed with CIGNA, you can't receive Medicare payments. Exception: If you're receiving paper checks from Cahaba, you don't have to sign up for EFT with CIGNA. "For providers who have elected paper checks, no action is necessary unless you decide to switch to EFT," CIGNA explains in its frequently asked questions. "Otherwise, you may continue to receive your Medicare funds via paper check." And don't forget to use CIGNA's new contractor ID on your claims after that date, CIGNA reminds providers in another FAQ on its website. On June 13, HHAs and hospices currently serviced by Cahaba must start submitting claims [...]
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