ResDAC is currently experiencing a high volume of requests, which may delay response and processing times. We are working to address the backlog as quickly as possible and appreciate your patience.
Purpose of this document
Researchers requesting Health and Retirement Survey (HRS) linked to Medicare data are required to obtain approval from both University of Michigan and CMS. Researchers should obtain approval from HRS staff at the University of Michigan before submitting their request packet to ResDAC. An email or PDF approval from HRS staff is acceptable.
Please see the HRS website for more information.
CMS is no longer distributing this file. See the NIA Data LINKAGE Program website to request this data.