FTCA Deeming Application 2026: Preparing a Strong Submission

FTCA Deeming Application 2026: Preparing a Strong Submissions

Each year deemed health centers must submit a Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) re-deeming application to demonstrate compliance with statutory and programmatic requirements. With the submission window for CY 2027 deeming approaching, this webinar will provide practical guidance on how to prepare a complete and accurate application, avoid common pitfalls, and incorporate HRSA’s most recent expectations. We will specifically address risk assessments, which HRSA identified as a key area of focus in recent reviews, as well as any other areas of concern identified by HRSA.

Our presenters will share best practices, examples of strong submissions, and strategies for aligning risk management, quality improvement, credentialing and privileging, and claims management with FTCA requirements.

1. Identify the key components and documentation required for the 2026 FTCA deeming application.
2. Understand HRSA’s review process and common issues that trigger follow-up questions or denials.
3. Apply practical strategies to strengthen risk management, quality assurance/quality improvement, credentialing and privileging and claims management documentation.
4. Incorporate responses to HRSA’s identified areas of concern into the application.
5. Utilize tools to ensure the application is complete, consistent, and ready for submission.