Electronic Data Exchange. A number of methods of electronic data transmission are available when a partner is ready to exchange files with the Benefits Coordination & Recovery Center (BCRC) in test or production modes. Following is an overview of the most common. The Partner’s assigned Electronic Data Interchange Representative (▇▇▇ Rep) at the BCRC will address a Partner’s specific questions and concerns. Data exchange using hard media (e.g., CD) is not permitted. CMS’ preferred method of electronic transmission is Connect:Direct (formerly known as Network Data Mover [NDM]) via the CMS Electronic File Transfer (CMS EFT) protocol. This system provides a direct file transmission connection using the CMS Extranet Network and CMS’ private CMSNet. Use of either SNA or TCP/IP is available to submitters connected to Connect:Direct. In addition, CMS has available two secure Internet transmission options. We recommend either of these options for Partners that anticipate having a relatively low volume of data transmissions, and that might find it is a burden to secure a Connect:Direct connection. • SFTP: Using SFTP permits automated data transmission and management. A Partner may use any SFTP client as long as it is SSH v2 capable. • HTTPS: There is no additional cost associated with using this method as long as the Internet Explorer browser is used. However, use of HTTPS does not permit automated data management. If a Partner is contemplating a method of data transmission that has not been discussed above, the Partner will need to establish specific alternative data transmission procedures with the BCRC.
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Sources: Voluntary Data Sharing Agreement, Voluntary Data Sharing Agreement, Voluntary Data Sharing Agreement