August 13, 2026
Response Due: Annual DDE & PPTN Recertification
The 2026 Annual DDE & PPTN Recertification process is scheduled July 1 – September 30.
For security purposes, CGS must certify each Direct Data Entry (DDE) and Professional Provider Telecommunications Network (PPTN) user’s access annually.
To avoid any service interruptions, each Medicare provider with staff who access DDE or PPTN should:
- Complete the Annual DDE PPTN Recertification Form
. - • Fax form(s) to CGS per the timeline below:
Provider Type Beginning On Deadline Completion Rate Home Health & Hospice July 1 July 31 24% Part A August 1 August 31 Upcoming Part B September 1 September 30 Upcoming
NOTE: September 30, 2026, is the final deadline for all providers. If you don’t recertify timely, CGS will deactivate the user ID and you’ll lose system access.

