Jul 31, 2026
To: NH Providers, PBJ Vendors
The Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ) system will move into iQIES on August 17, 2026. Starting August 17, 2026, you must submit all PBJ data in iQIES. Register now to avoid delays submitting your PBJ data.
- Create a HCQIS Access Roles and Profile System (HARP) account - Skip this step if you already have a HARP account. If you do not have an account, register here.
- Request access to iQIES- Submit your request early so your access is ready before launch. Although you may request your PBJ role before August 17 (and CMS strongly recommends you do so), PBJ functionality will not be available for use in iQIES until August 17, 2026.
- Choose the correct PBJ role within iQIES - Role descriptions are listed below.
- PSO: Can view, upload, edit PBJ data and run PBJ reports. This role also approves user access.
- PBJ Submitter (Provider or Vendor): Can view, upload, edit PBJ data and run PBJ reports.
- Provider Administrator: View-only access and run PBJ reports.
- PBJ Viewer: View-only access and run PBJ reports.
- Additional information on roles can be found in the iQIES Onboarding Process - Provider User Roles Manual posted on the iQIES Reference and Manuals on QTSO under iQIES Onboarding Guides.
- Get approval from your facility's Provider Security Official (PSO)- Your access will not become active until they approve it. Each facility must have at least one PSO to manage access for additional users.
- Once you register for an iQIES account, be sure to log in regularly. If you do not log in for 60 days, you’ll lose access to iQIES. Additional information on the iQIES Inactive User Policy can be found on QTSO.
Vendors must request access for each facility they represent and get approval from a PSO at each facility, using the facility’s CMS Certification Number (CCN).
Policy Questions: Email: nhstaffing@cms.hhs.gov
Technical Questions: Contact the iQIES Service Center at (800) 339-9313, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–8:00 PM ET. You may also request assistance via secure chat or schedule a call through CCSQ Support Central. Please note that Chat support is currently limited to 9:00 AM-5:00 PM ET, Monday through Friday.