July 7, 2026
Reminder: Submit Your Annual DDE PPTN Recertification Form
The 2026 Annual DDE & PPTN Recertification process began on July 1, 2026.
To avoid any service interruptions, each Medicare provider with staff who access Direct Data Entry (DDE) or the Professional Provider Telecommunications Network (PPTN) should:
- Complete the Annual DDE PPTN Recertification Form
. - Fax the completed form(s) to CGS per the timeline below:
Provider Type Beginning On Deadline Home Health & Hospice July 1 July 31 Part A August 1 August 31 Part B September 1 September 30
NOTE: September 30, 2026, is the final deadline for all providers. CGS is required to deactivate any user who doesn't recertify timely.

