Letter to state medicaid directors outlining the policy on the “maintenance of effort” provisions in the Affordable Care Act. Read More
CMCS All State Calls
Presentation regarding implementation of Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act, telehealth policy, and the Medicaid Clinical Trials Form. Read More
South Carolina State Plan Amendment 15-002
Updates outdated language in the nondiscrimination pages of South Carolina’s State Plan. Outlines how and to whom nondiscrimination information and policies will be disseminated and how complaints and noncompliance will be handled. Read More
Pharmacy Beneficiary Protections CIB
Reminds state agencies of the federal protections that help ensure access to prescription medications as states and stakeholders negotiate payments with drug manufacturers. Read More
RE: Community Living Initiative
Seeks to implement solutions that address barriers to community living for individuals with disabilities and older Americans. Read More
Accessibility Requirements in Medicaid and CHIPFebruary 2023
Outlines the current policy regarding accessibility for beneficiaries of Medicaid and CHIP. Includes resources for beneficiaries and other relevant parties as well. Read More
Translation and Interpretation Services
Explains expectations for providers who receive Medicaid/CHIP funding to make language services available to those with Limited English Proficiency. Includes details on how to claim an administrative federally-matched reimbursement for such services. Read More
Office of Civil Rights HIPAA Guidance
HIPAA compliance guidance for covered entities providing telehealth services. Read More