Step 1: Register for a PECOS Account
Visit the PECOS website and create an account. You’ll need to provide basic information about yourself and your practice to initiate registration.
- PECOS Registration Page: Register for PECOS
Step 2: Secure Your Login Credentials
After registration, you’ll receive a User ID and password. Keep this information secure to access your Medicare enrollment data.
Step 3: Link Your NPI to PECOS
Ensure your National Provider Identifier (NPI) is accurately linked to your PECOS profile for seamless Medicare integration.
- NPI Registry Lookup: Verify Your NPI
Step 4: Assign Roles and Permissions
Designate authorized users (e.g., billing staff, office managers) who will need access to the portal. Each user must complete their own registration process and obtain unique login credentials.
- PECOS User Management Guide: Manage Users in PECOS
Step 5: Verify Practice Information
Review and update your practice details in the portal, including address, phone number, and taxonomy codes. Inaccurate information can lead to claim denials or payment delays.
- Taxonomy Code Lookup: Find Your Taxonomy Code
Step 6: Enable Secure Messaging
Enable secure messaging within the portal to communicate directly with Medicare representatives. This feature is essential for resolving issues quickly.
- Secure Messaging Guide: Learn About Secure Messaging
Step 7: Familiarize Yourself with Portal Features
Explore the portal’s tools, such as enrollment tracking, claims management, and updates to provider information. Understanding these features ensures efficient use of the system.
- PECOS User Guide: PECOS User Manual
Step 8: Ensure Ongoing Compliance
Use the portal regularly to update changes in practice ownership, location, or other key details. Failure to keep information current can result in deactivation of your Medicare enrollment.
- Revalidation Reminder Tool: Check Revalidation Deadlines