NTIS DMF Compliance
LADMF
Ensure your organization meets the rigorous requirements for access to the Limited Access Death Master File (LADMF). COACT is an Accredited Conformity Assessment Body (ACAB) that delivers proven compliance solutions for government and commercial entities needing secure, audit-ready LADMF access.
What is LADMF?
The Limited Access Death Master File (LADMF) is a restricted dataset maintained by the National Technical Information Service (NTIS) that contains Social Security Administration death records. This data is critical for preventing identity theft, fraud, and improper payments. Because LADMF includes sensitive personally identifiable information (PII), access is strictly controlled under federal regulations.
COACT guides clients through the LADMF application, assessment, and renewal process, ensuring all federal requirements are met and maintained. To access LADMF, organizations must:
- Apply for Certification: Submit an application to NTIS demonstrating a legitimate need for LADMF data.
- Implement Security Controls: Establish technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect LADMF data.
- Annual Attestation: Complete yearly compliance attestation confirming adherence to NTIS security and privacy requirements.
- Undergo Independent Assessment: Engage an ACAB to validate compliance with NTIS standards.
Why LADMF Matters
Organizations that use LADMF data—such as financial institutions, insurers, pension administrators, and government contractors—must comply with NTIS requirements to ensure proper safeguarding and authorized use.
Failure to comply with NTIS security requirements can result in loss of LADMF access and potential civil penalties.
Annual
Compliance Attestation
Every 3 Years
ACAB Assessment
Our LADMF Compliance Services
COACT offers consulting and assessment services for commercial organizations that are seeking access to the LADMF dataset as Subscribers. Our qualified staff can help you understand the requirements, support the implementation of security controls, and document system and security information. We also offer independent assessment services for initial and renewal certification efforts. COACT’s ACAB status ensures credibility and trust in your compliance posture, reduces risk, and safeguards access to LADMF data.
Gap Analysis & Consulting
Identify deficiencies in your current security posture relative to NTIS requirements. Develop system and security documentation that address data handling, access control, incident response, and other safeguard requirements. Validate your organization’s readiness for LADMF access as a Subscriber.
Certification Assessment
Perform initial assessments of information systems used for receiving, processing, storing, or transmitting Limited Access DMF information. Provide assessment reports with actionable remediation steps based on LADMF Certification Program Publication 100.
Continuous Monitoring and Certification Renewals
Offer advisory services to maintain compliance year-round as a consultant or support certification renewal cycles as an ACAB with managed reporting and independent assessment services (at least every 3 years).
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