CORE Endorsement Application Process

Instructions

Entities that do not use, create, or transmit eligibility data* can demonstrate their support for CORE’s mission and its rules by signing the CORE Pledge, and applying for and using the CORE Phase I Endorser Seal. Entities seeking the CORE Phase I Endorser Seal should complete the following steps:

1. Obtain and review the CORE Phase I Rules and Policies Version 1.0.0.



2. Obtain and review the CORE 102: Certification Policy Version 1.0.0.



3. Obtain, review and sign the CORE 101: Pledge Version 1.0.0.



4. Obtain and complete the CORE Phase I Seal Application.



5. Submit the signed CORE 101: Pledge Version 1.0.0 with the completed CORE Phase I Seal Application to:

   CORE Endorser
   CAQH, 601 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
   South Building, Suite 500
   Washington, DC 20004

CORE Phase I Certification/Endorsement Terms and Conditions

• CORE Phase I Endorser status is valid for CORE Phase I Rules. Entities will need to apply for a CORE Endorser Seal for each new phase of CORE rules they desire to support, including each substantive change made to CORE Phase I and additional Phase rules.


• There is no fee required to apply for and use the CORE Phase I Endorser Seal.


• CORE will inform each CORE Phase I Endorser Seal applicant of its queue status at the time the application is received.


• Upon receiving a CORE Phase I Endorser Seal application from an entity, CORE will have a maximum of 20 business days to complete its assessment of the application and respond to the applicant with a clear response of approval or need for clarification.


• A final decision will be made by CORE in 30 business days, unless there are extenuating circumstances. If so, CORE will notify the applicant about the reason for the assessment extension.


• CORE will grant an organization its CORE Phase I Endorser Seal following the positive completion of the application review process.


• After receiving a CORE Phase I Endorser Seal, the entity may market itself as a CORE Endorser.


• Entities receiving the CORE Phase I Endorser Seal will be promoted in CORE marketing materials and on the CAQH website.

* Only entities that use, create, or transmit eligibility data are eligible for CORE certification. Such entities should refer to the CORE Phase I Certification: A Step-By-Step Process for more information about becoming COREcertified.

Questions: Contact CAQH at (202) 861-6380 or core@caqh.org