Sending the Notice

10005.19 - Sending the Notice (Rev. 221; Issued: 05-10-24; Effective: 05-10-24; Implemetation:05-10-24) The notice of CMP imposition shall be in writing and shall be addressed directly to the HHA or hospice program, or to an individual, an officer, managing or general agent, or other agent authorized by appointment or law to receive the notice. The notice shall be dispatched through first-class mail, or other reliable means. Other reliable means refers to the use of alternatives to the United States mail in sending notices. Electronic communication, such as facsimile transmission or email, is equally reliable and on occasion more convenient than the United States mail. If electronic means are employed to send notice, the sender should maintain a record of the transmission to assure proof of transmission if receipt is denied. It should be noted that in cases where the State is authorized by the CMS location, the State may send the initial notice of imposition of certain sanctions on CMS’s behalf, within applicable notice requirements.