Mandatory Annual Training:

Independent Health is committed to ensuring its provider network meets all regulatory requirements set forth by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) as mandated by 42 CFR§422.101(f)(2)(ii). 

It is time for provider staff who see Independent Health Assure Advantage Medicare members on a routine basis to complete the 2025 Annual Model of Care Provider training by August 31, 2025.  

Assure Advantage is a Chronic Special Needs Plan (C-SNP), designed for eligible Medicare beneficiaries who have been diagnosed with chronic heart failure and reside in Erie County.

Who must complete the training?
All provider staff who see Medicare patients on a routine basis must complete the training, including care coordination staff, administrative staff, or other clinical or support staff.

How does your practice complete this training?
The 2025 Annual Model of Care Provider Training is conducted online following these steps:

1. View and/or download the presentation.
    

2. Once your practice/staff have completed the training module, fill out the attestation that accompanies the training presentation or click here to start attestation. Only one attestation per practice is required.  

Please complete the attestation by August 31, 2025.

If you have any questions, you may contact Independent Health’s Provider Relations Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at (716) 631-3282.