What is Third Party Testing (TPT)?
A. Third party testing is provided by Oregon Dept. of Human Services (OR-DHS) at no cost through a Web application called Edifecs CommerceDesk. This site is to verify that submitters are capable of creating transactions that meet X-12 and EDI Implementation Guide requirements, as well as contain specific data elements used in OR-DHS processing as per the OR-DHS Companion Guides. This service is to conduct compliance testing for OR-DHS and its electronic partners as a prerequisite to OR-DHS business-to-business (B2B) testing. Note: OR-DHS trading partners can also use the third party testing site to check that their transactions are fully HIPAA Type 1-6 compliant by using the “Baseline” programs. OR-DHS is providing third party testing through EDIFECS to electronic submitters at no cost. #2 Q. When can I start the Edifecs application for third party testing? A. You are required to complete the EDI Registration Packet that includes three main documents (Trading Partner Agreement, Exhibit