> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.stratapt.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Compliance Resources

> Direct links to the official CMS and HHS resources for Medicare credentialing, billing rules, and HIPAA privacy guidance.

Questions about your CMS credentialing status, Medicare billing rules, or HIPAA compliance should go straight to the source. This page links you directly to the official government resources that govern these areas.

<Note>
  **Not legal or compliance advice:** These links point to official CMS and HHS resources. For guidance specific to your practice, consult your compliance officer, billing consultant, or legal counsel.
</Note>

## CMS & Credentialing Quick Links

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  <Accordion title="Official CMS Therapy Manuals">
    **CMS Benefit Policy Manual (Chapter 15)** Official rules on plans of care, evaluations, and therapy qualifications. [View the manual](https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/Downloads/bp102c15.pdf)

    **CMS Medicare Claims Processing Manual (Chapter 5)** Outpatient billing regulations, including the 8-Minute Rule and therapy modifiers. [View the manual](https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/Downloads/clm104c05.pdf)
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Credentialing & Enrollment">
    **PECOS Revalidation List** Check your active Medicare enrollment and revalidation status. [Go to PECOS](https://data.cms.gov/tools/medicare-revalidation-list)
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Compliance & Privacy">
    **HHS HIPAA Privacy Rule** Federal guidelines on patient privacy and protecting clinical data. [View HHS guidance](https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-professionals/privacy/laws-regulations/index.html)
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>