10/21/2026

WPS Recent Oncology Related News

2026 National Provider Enrollment Conference (NPEC) – Registration is now open!

Join us at the National Provider Enrollment Conference (NPEC), a free, two-day event offering unparalleled access to the experts who shape and administer the Medicare provider enrollment program. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights, share best practices, and network with peers from across the industry. Seating is limited, so register today to secure your place.

Event Dates: November 18 – 19, 2026

Location: Gaylord Palm Resort and Convention Center – Marriott (6000 Osceola Pkwy, Kissimmee, FL 34746)

2027 Dollar Amount in Controversy Required to Sustain Appeal Rights for an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) Hearing or Federal District Court Review

The amount that must remain in controversy for ALJ hearing requests filed on or before December 31, 2026, is $200. This amount will remain at $200 for ALJ hearing requests filed on or after January 1, 2027. 

The amount that must remain in controversy for review in Federal District Court requested on or before December 31, 2026, is $1,960. It will increase to $2,000 for appeals to Federal District Court filed on or after January 1, 2027. 

CMS Identity Management (IDM) Login Changes

If you have logged into the CMS IDM websites for Medicare Cost Report Electronic Filing (MCReF) or the Provider Statistical & Reimbursement Report (PS&R) system recently, you may have noticed a different login page. CMS has published information regarding the new IDM sign-in experience. This information has been posted on the following CMS webpages:

CMS Intern and Resident Information System (IRIS) webpage

CMS Medicare Cost Report Electronic Filing (MCReF) webpage

CMS Part A Cost Report Audit & Reimbursement webpage

CMS Provider Statistical & Reimbursement Report (PS&R) webpage