Remittance Enrollment Guide for NATIONAL MEDICARE/CMS
NATIONAL MEDICARE/CMS (17463)
What is a Remittance?
A remittance, or Electronic Remittance Advice (ERA), is a digital explanation of payments and adjustments sent from a health plan to a provider after a claim is processed. It details what was paid, denied, or adjusted, and why. Remittances are essential for reconciling payments and understanding claim outcomes.
Why Choose Electronic Remittance?
Faster Payments: Receive payment details instantly, without waiting for paper mail.
Fewer Errors: Reduce manual data entry and avoid lost or misfiled paper EOBs.
Easier Reconciliation: Quickly match payments to claims in your billing system.
Better Security: Electronic delivery is more secure and private than paper mail.
Eco-Friendly: Cut down on paper waste and storage needs.
Tip: Most providers find that switching to electronic remittance improves office workflow and speeds up revenue cycle management.
Remittance Delivery: Medicare ERA
Medicare ERA Enrollment
Go to the CMS website or your Medicare MAC portal.
Download and complete the CMS-855 or MAC-specific ERA/835 form.
Submit the form through your MAC's portal or as directed.
Wait for approval; you will be notified when ERA is active.