Early Release FAQ
- What is an Early Release
- An Early Release is a courtesy given to a provider that allows them to receive an acceleration of their regularly scheduled payment (once per 52-weeks) release. To maximize this benefit, please make a request one or two business days before the requested check's issue date.
- What is the difference between the "issue date" vs "send date"
- The issue date is the date the funds become available. Funds can not be release prior to this date (even if you ask for an early release).
- The Send Date is the regularly scheduled date the funds will be mailed, or when EFT payments are sent.
- How will I know if I have been approved for an early release after I submit my request
- The lag@health.ny.gov administrator will send you an email.
- How do you determine if I am NOT eligible for an ER
- The lag@health.ny.gov administrator will check eMedNY to determine if you have a payment available.
- Per NYS Policy, Early Release payments are allowed ONCE EVERY 52 WEEKS. If you have already received an early release within the last 52 weeks, you do not qualify.
- Who do I call for questions/concerns regarding: billing, payments, change of address or EFT/Check concerns
- Please visit www.eMedNY.org.
- How long does it take for the EFT payment to be deposited into my account
- Please allow 24 to 48 hours from when your request is approved for the payment to be available in your EFT account.
- What is an MMIS number?
- The MMIS number is the 8-digit Medicaid Provider Identification number used in eMedNY to identify a provider.
- I am a provider/facility suffering financial hardship what else can I do to seek assistance
- By visiting the LAG (link) page, you can apply for a suspension from the two-week Medicaid payment lag.
- I have multiple payments available in eMedNY, can I request more than one payment to be Early Released
No, only ONE payment is eligible to be released every 52 weeks.