Medicare Appeals Council Review

The fourth level of appeal is carried out by the MAC; this may also be referred to as the Department Appeals Board or DAB.

• Time limit to initiate = 60 days from date of receipt of ALJ decision
• Time limit to complete the review = 90 days
• Amount in controversy—no minimum amount

Submit a MAC Review

In Writing

Complete the Request for Review of Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) Medicare Decision/Dismissal form and send requests for a MAC review to:

Department of Health and Human Services
Departmental Appeals Board
Medicare Appeals Council, MS 6127
Cohen Building Room G-644
330 Independence Ave., S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20201

Reviewed 11/21/2024