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5.15.2013 National Student Clearinghouse as a source for education and training Does NCQA accept the National Student Clearinghouse (NSC) as a source for education and training?

The NSC is not recognized by NCQA as a source for education and training. However, the NSC would be considered an agent of the medical or professional school if the school has a contract with the Clearinghouse to provide verification services. The organization must provide documentation that the specific school has a contract with the Clearinghouse.

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5.15.2013 When ER files are included in the universe of files for review When are ER denial files included in the universe of files for file review during an Accreditation or Certification Survey?

Generally, ER denials are not included in the universe of files for initial UM decisions unless a denial is appealed. In that case, the ER appeal is included in the universe of files for appeals.

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4.15.2013 Scoring for CRC 2, Element C: Agreement and Collaboration with Health Plans How is CRC 2, Element C scored for organizations that may not have a delegation agreement in place?

Element C is scored "NA" for organizations that do not have a delegation agreement, and there is no reporting to the client.

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