CARES Act Provider Relief Fund: FAQs

Provider Relief Fund General Information


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Targeted Distribution


What’s the latest regarding the CARES Act Provider Relief Fund?

New Provider Relief Fund reporting requirements* were issued on January 15, 2021 in accordance with the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021. In response to stakeholder feedback, HHS is currently reviewing this guidance and Provider Relief Fund reporting timelines. We continue to encourage recipients of Provider Relied Fund payments exceeding $10,000 in aggregate to register in the Provider Relief Fund Reporting Portal while additional guidance is forthcoming. The Biden Administration is reviewing all programs and policies, including the Provider Relief Fund program, to determine the path forward. Please continue to check back for updates.

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For additional assistance applying, please call the provider support line at (866) 569-3522; for TTY dial 711. Hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday.


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