The time it takes to process a Request for Benefits varies by case. The case review begins when the CICP receives all of your expected medical records and any other required documentation. A delay in sending complete medical records to the CICP will delay the processing of your case. Once all of your medical records are received, your case will be put in queue to be reviewed. Since a thorough, individualized review is required to determine your eligibility, the time it takes for the CICP to process a Request for Benefits depends partly on the complexity of your case. The CICP will communicate with you periodically to provide you with updates on the status of your case or to request needed information.
If your Request for Benefits is postmarked more than one (1) year after receiving the covered countermeasure, you will not be considered for CICP benefits. In some cases, an immunization record is required to establish the date of the countermeasure administration.
If you miss the filing deadline, you may request reconsideration of your case. Requests for reconsideration must be received in writing within 60 days of the CICP’s determination of ineligibility, and mailed to:
Health Resources and Services Administration
Associate Administrator, Healthcare Systems Bureau
5600 Fishers Lane, 8N164B
Rockville, MD 20857
If the CICP determines that you are not eligible for benefits, you may request reconsideration of your case. Requests for reconsideration must be received in writing within 60 days of the CICP’s determination of ineligibility, and mailed to:
Health Resources and Services Administration
Associate Administrator, Healthcare Systems Bureau
5600 Fishers Lane, 8N164B
Rockville, MD 20857