Summary: The American Dental Association (ADA) reminds dental professionals who received funds from the Provider Relief Fund (PRF) during its seventh phase to submit their usage report by 11:59 pm ET on September 30. This report is mandatory for providers who received over $10,000 between January 1 and June 30, 2023.
Key Takeaways:
- Dental professionals must submit their Provider Relief Fund usage report by September 30, 2024, if they received more than $10,000 in PRF and/or ARP Rural payments.
- Any unused funds must be returned within 30 days after the reporting period ends, by October 30, 2024.
The American Dental Association (ADA) is reminding dental professionals who received funds during the seventh phase of the Provider Relief Fund to submit a report on the use of those funds in the Provider Relief Fund Reporting Portal by 11:59 pm ET on Sept 30.
Eligibility for Reporting
Providers who received one or more PRF and/or American Rescue Plan Rural payments surpassing $10,000 in the aggregate from Jan 1 to June 30, 2023 are required to report on their use of funds during Reporting Period 7. The Provider Relief Fund was established to allow dental providers to apply for payments for healthcare-related expenses or lost revenues due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Returning Unused Funds
After submitting the report, the provider’s organization must return any unused funds within 30 days after the end of Reporting Period 7, on Oct 30. To submit a report, visit the PRF Reporting Portal and visit the Returning Funds webpage for more details and instructions on returning funds to the Health Resources & Services Administration.
For additional information, review the PRF Reporting and Auditing and Reporting Frequently Asked Questions webpages or call the Provider Support Line at 866-569-3522.
