Federal Court Review

The fifth level of appeal is carried out by the Federal District Court (U.S. District Court).

• Time limit to initiate = 60 days from date of receipt of Medicare Appeals Council decision
• Amount in Controversy = The amount that must remain in controversy for reviews in Federal District Court requested on or before 12/31/2024 is $1,840. This amount will increase to $1,900 for appeals to Federal District Court filed on or after 1/1/2025.

Submit a Federal Court Review

In Writing

Send requests for a Federal Court Review to:

Department of Health and Human Services
General Counsel
200 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20201

Revised 11/21/2024