Take note that a revised version of the PBJ Data Specifications is now available.

• Version 4.10.0 has a restriction on the maximum value per day per Employee ID for the item hours to be 22.5.  Edit -4015 has been deleted and replaced with new edit -4025.  

Action for facilities: Providers are encouraged to start using this version as after April 1, 2026, XML files submitted with other versions will be rejected.

• You can find the updated specifications and an Excel template under the Downloads section.
• The QIES help desk can provide assistance at  iqies@cms.hhs.gov.