Payments weren’t all sent at once. Timing for disbursement is as follows:
If you have questions about eligibility, payments, etc., call the UnitedHealth Group (UHG) provider hotline at 866-569-3522.
CMS Director Seema Verma announced this week that the second phase of payments to those who weren’t eligible for the first phase should be coming shortly. We are hopeful to receive more information within the next few weeks.
Yes. HHS has opened the CARES Act Provider Relief Fund Payment Attestation Portal. Physicians who have been allocated a payment from the initial $30 billion general distribution must sign an attestation confirming receipt of the funds and agree to the terms and conditions within 30 days of payment. The terms and conditions are listed here. PLEASE read the terms and conditions carefully and speak to your accountant and lawyer to ensure you are keeping the proper documentation and building appropriate procedures as required by the terms and conditions.
Initial guidance has been unclear if these funds are taxable, so we are trying to gather information from HHS to ensure we have the correct answer for you.
OSMA encourages you to seek expert counsel from your accountant and lawyer to ensure you are able to meet all the requirements listed under the terms and conditions and can plan accordingly before you officially attest to receiving the funds. OSMA is working to provide additional information and resources on the CARES Act relief funding over the next week.
As you know, Ohio State Medical Association (OSMA) is committed to keeping Ohio physicians informed on state and federal updates related to COVID-19, especially how they impact Ohio’s medical practices and healthcare professionals.