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New RDS Common Questions Category: Top Plan Sponsor Questions

CMS' RDS Center has added a list of Top Plan Sponsor Questions to the Common Questions section of the RDS Program Website.

Now Available: New RDS Secure Website Functionality and Communications

On November 11, 2015, CMS' RDS Center announced upcoming changes to the RDS Secure Website and in the communications process when making payments.

CMS’ RDS Webinar: RDS Program Highlights

Join CMS' RDS Center on Wednesday, March 9, 2016 from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Eastern Time for the RDS Program Highlights webinar.

Entering Organization Name When Creating a Plan Sponsor Account

When entering the Plan Sponsor's organization name when creating a Plan Sponsor Account in the RDS Secure Website, keep in mind that the Organization Name field allows a maximum of 50 characters, including spaces.

New to RDS? Get the RDS Welcome Kit

Are you a new Account Manager, Authorized Representative, Actuary, or Designee? Check out the RDS Welcome Kit to get acquainted with the RDS Program and your role-specific tasks.

Ensure You Receive RDS Emails

CMS' RDS Center's official means of communication to the Plan Sponsor is through email. Ensure you receive important emails such as deadline reminders and application approval notifications.

Medicare Part D Open Enrollment Period (OEP) Is Here

The Medicare Part D Open Enrollment Period (October 15 - December 7) can have a  significant impact on your ability to receive subsidy for a covered retiree.

Need Help With Retiree Files?

Are you having trouble creating and uploading your retiree lists or understanding your response and notification files? CMS' RDS Center has the tools to help.

Why are you asked to verify your email address?

RDS Secure Website users may now be asked to verify their email address after submitting information on the RDS Secure Website Validate Person Information page or the Login page.

Get Ready for Reconciliation

Is your Reconciliation Deadline fast approaching? Take advantage of RDS Reconciliation resources to assist you each step of the way.