A. If eligibility is determined while the patient is still an inpatient, the hospital may contact DHS or its designated vendor to request post-certification of inpatient days beyond the first four (4) days (or all days if the admission was by transfer) and a concurrent certification of additional days, if needed. View or print contact information for how to submit the request.

B. If eligibility is determined after discharge the hospital may contact DHS or its designated vendor for post-certification of inpatient days beyond the first four (4) days (or all days if the admission was by transfer). If certification sought is for a stay longer than thirty (30) days, the provider must submit the entire medical record for review. View or print contact information for how to submit the request.