The Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH) has implemented new background screening requirements. 

To meet the intent of the Patients First Act signed into law earlier this year, the Office of the Governor and DCH have worked together to craft two unique waivers.

The Affordable Care Act mandates that states revalidate the enrollment of all providers at least every five years. Beginning in April 2014 and monthly thereafter, DCH and DXC sent letters to providers requiring they revalidate their enrollment within 60 days of the date on the letter.