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DAT Export & Credits

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Export data for state reporting and manage export credits.


What Is DAT Export?

DAT (Data Access Tool) export creates files for:

  • Medicaid billing
  • Waiver program reporting
  • State compliance submissions
  • ProviderOne integration

Accessing DAT Export

  1. Go to ReportsDAT Export
  2. Select date range
  3. Choose export options

Export Process

Step 1: Select Date Range

Choose the billing period:

  • Current month
  • Previous month
  • Custom range

Step 2: Review Data

System shows:

  • Number of appointments
  • Total billable units
  • Any missing information

Step 3: Generate Export

  1. Click Generate DAT File
  2. System validates data
  3. File downloads automatically

Export File Format

File Contents

FieldDescription
Client IDState client identifier
Service DateDate of service
Service CodeCE, SH, etc.
Units15-minute units
Provider IDYour provider number
Staff IDCaregiver identifier

File Format

  • Format: .dat or .csv
  • Compatible with ProviderOne
  • State-specific formatting

Validation Checks

Before export, system verifies:

CheckRequirement
Client IDState ID present
Service DateValid date
UnitsWithin limits
Provider IDYour NPI/ID
Staff CredentialsValid qualifications

Fixing Validation Errors

  1. Review error list
  2. Click on error to see details
  3. Fix in source record
  4. Re-run export

Export Credits

What Are Credits?

Each DAT export uses credits:

  • 1 credit = 1 export file
  • Credits purchased in bundles
  • Track usage and balance

Checking Balance

  1. Go to DAT Export
  2. See Credits Available in header
  3. Or go to SettingsBilling

Purchasing Credits

  1. Click Purchase Credits
  2. Select bundle:
    • 10 credits
    • 25 credits
    • 50 credits
  3. Complete payment
  4. Credits added immediately

Credit Bundles

BundleCreditsPricePer Credit
Starter10$49$4.90
Standard25$99$3.96
Pro50$149$2.98

Export History

View Past Exports

  1. Go to DAT ExportHistory
  2. See all exports:
    • Date generated
    • Date range covered
    • Credits used
    • Download link

Re-downloading

Past exports available for 90 days:

  1. Find in history
  2. Click Download
  3. Same file downloads

Scheduled Exports

Set up automatic monthly exports:

Enabling Auto-Export

  1. Go to DAT ExportSettings
  2. Toggle Auto-Export on
  3. Set: Day of month (e.g., 5th)
  4. Email notification sent when ready

Auto-Export Requirements

  • Sufficient credits
  • All data validated
  • No blocking errors

Common Export Issues

Missing Client ID

State ID required for each client:

  1. Go to client profile
  2. Add State Client ID
  3. Re-run export

Invalid Service Codes

Check service type mapping:

  1. Go to SettingsDAT Export
  2. Verify code mappings
  3. Update if needed

Staff Credential Errors

Staff must have valid credentials:

  1. Check staff documents
  2. Verify certifications current
  3. Update if needed

State-Specific Settings

Configure for your state:

Washington State

  1. Go to SettingsDAT Export
  2. Select Washington
  3. Enter:
    • Provider ID
    • NPI
    • Service region

Tips

  • Validate first — Fix errors before exporting
  • Keep credits handy — Don't run out at month end
  • Check monthly — Stay on top of submissions
  • Save exports — Download backup copies

Troubleshooting

Export button disabled

  • Check credit balance
  • Ensure date range selected
  • Verify no blocking errors

File won't upload to state

  • Check file format
  • Verify state requirements
  • Contact support for help

Credits not showing

  • Check purchase completed
  • Refresh page
  • Contact billing support

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