Getting Started with PECOS Access

Recording of the 03/18/2026 webinar. Submitting applications electronically is the most efficient way to submit applications. Not sure how to get started? The first step in submitting electronically using the Provider Enrollment, Chain, and Ownership System (PECOS) is setting up access through the Identity and Access (I&A) system. During this session we will explore: - How to create an account to begin using PECOS - User roles and permissions - Setting up connections and surrogate access - Resources for the Identity and Access (I&A) system This education is intended for anyone responsible for credentialing providers who bill the Medicare program. Resources: Identity & Access Management System: https://nppesimplpecos.nppesnp.cms.hhs.gov/IAWeb/login.do Identity and Access Quick Reference Guide: https://nppes.cms.hhs.gov/IAWebContent/Quick_Reference_Guide.pdf Identity and Access Frequently Asked Questions: https://nppes.cms.hhs.gov/IAWebContent/FAQs.pdf Medicare Enrollment for Providers & Suppliers: https://nppes.cms.hhs.gov/IAWebContent/FAQs.pdf PECOS: https://pecos.cms.hhs.gov/pecos/login.do#headingLv1 Chapters: 00:00 Welcome 02:03 I&A System Overview 07:29 User Types and Roles 22:25 Using the I&A Management System 46:27 Resources 46:56 Questions and Answers 51:21 Wrap Up