The next Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ) reporting deadline is Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET, for Fiscal Quarter 4 (July 1–September 30, 2026).
If you have not already submitted, please do so as soon as possible. CMS live phone and email support will be available through Friday, November 13, at 8:00 p.m. ET.
All PBJ submissions and reports are now managed through iQIES. Submitting early allows time to review validation reports, resolve errors, obtain technical assistance, and resubmit files before the deadline.
Review Your Data and Confirm Successful Submission
After submitting, review applicable PBJ reports in iQIES to confirm that files processed successfully and identify any issues requiring correction.
At a minimum, providers should:
- Verify that all reportable hours are included, including reportable Medical Director and contracted hours.
- Review validation reports for errors or warnings.
- Confirm that no files or records were rejected.
- Ensure the correct reporting quarter was selected.
- Validate employee IDs, employee linking, and job codes for accuracy.
CMS Resources and Technical Support
CMS resources include:
Remember: The submission deadline is Saturday, but live phone and email support ends Friday at 8:00 p.m. ET. Submit now to allow time for assistance and corrections.