Nuts and Bolts of the CY2026 FTCA Deeming Application

May 15, 2025

Nearly all health centers take part in the professional liability protection offered under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) program. The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) published Program Assistance Letter (PAL) 2025-01, Calendar Year 2026 Requirements for Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) Coverage for Health Centers and Their Covered Individuals, describing the deeming requirements for health centers for CY 2026.

This webinar will cover the CY 2026 deeming application process. We will walk through the CY 2026 deeming application PAL and discuss:

  • How to submit an FTCA deeming application.
  • Significant changes to the application from prior years.
  • Strategies and best practices in preparing the application.
  • Common application pitfalls.
Please note: This webinar is offered as a complimentary product to all Health Center Compliance Training Plan subscribers. For more information on our Health Center Compliance Training plan, click here or contact us.
The on-demand version of this webinar will be available for purchase after the conclusion of the live webinar. 

Target Audience

  • Executive Staff
  • Clinical Leadership
  • Human Resources
  • Others involved in the preparation of the deeming application

Learning Objectives

After this webinar, you will be able to:

  • Understand what is required for an approvable CY 2026 Deeming Application.
  • Recognize the notable changes in the CY 2026 application.
  • Recognize and avoid common deeming application pitfalls.
  • Be aware of new application requirements.
  • Submit your CY 2026 Deeming Application with confidence.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 Certificate of Attendance
  • 1.20 CPE
Course opens: 
04/15/2025
Course expires: 
06/16/2025
Event starts: 
05/15/2025 - 1:00pm EDT
Event ends: 
05/15/2025 - 2:00pm EDT
Cost:
$185.00
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Martin J. Bree

Marty Bree has dedicated his entire career to serving the needs of health centers both inside government and out. From 1998 - 2004, Marty directed the Health Center Federal Tort Claims Act medical malpractice program, writing much of the policy that is in effect today. He has more than 30 years of experience working with health centers and the FTCA Program. Marty is a member of the New Jersey Bar and is not licensed in Washington, DC. His practice is limited to federal health care matters. [Full Bio]

Molly S. Evans

Molly Evans is a Partner in the firm’s Health Care practice group. She advises health centers on the management of clinical, employment and workforce-related risks, with a particular focus on professional liability, the Federal Tort Claims Act and HIPAA matters. From her experience as both a private attorney and in-house counsel, Molly knows the importance of managing liability and risk issues in mission-driven organizations. [Full Bio]

Participants can earn up to 1.20 CPE credits in Specialized Knowledge and Applications upon completion of all course requirements.

ATTENDEE REQUIREMENTS FOR CPE CREDIT

If you purchase CPE credit for this webinar you must satisfy the following conditions in order to receive your certificate:

  1. Answer at least 3 of the polling questions during the webinar
  2. Complete the evaluation survey after the conclusion of the webinar or in the follow-up email

Upon completion of these requirements, we will email you your CPE Certificate within two (2) weeks.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Prerequisites: None 
  • Target Audience: Executive Staff, Clinical Leadership, Human Resources, and others involved in the preparation of the deeming application
  • Advanced Preparation: None  
  • Program Level: All
  • Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
  • Attendance Requirements: In order to be awarded the full credits, you must respond to at least three (3) polling questions.

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Available Credit

  • 1.00 Certificate of Attendance
  • 1.20 CPE

Price

Cost:
$185.00
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