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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have canceled the Advisory Panel on Outreach and Education (APOE) meeting that was supposed to take place on February 6, 2025. CMS will announce a new date for this meeting at least 15 days prior in the Federal Register. The meetings are open to the public in accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act. For more information, individuals can contact Hailey Gutzmer or visit the CMS website.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a delay in the start of a rule affecting Organ Procurement Organizations, as part of a regulatory review requested by the President's staff. Originally set to take effect on February 1, 2021, this rule will now be effective on March 30, 2021. The rule aims to improve organ donation and transplantation rates by revising outcome measures and increasing competition. CMS is also allowing for a 30-day public comment period on these changes.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is withdrawing a notice from January 5, 2021, about a funding opportunity to develop new measures for radiology quality and safety in hospitals. The withdrawal is due to delays that prevent the measures from being developed on time. CMS will no longer support this project through a cooperative agreement, meaning they will not accept applications for this specific funding opportunity. The decision does not involve any new requirements for reporting or information collection.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is giving the public a chance to comment on its plan to gather information. This is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act, which requires federal agencies to announce new or ongoing information collection efforts and invite public feedback. The notice highlights how this information collection helps CMS with its functions and seeks input on improving data collection methods to reduce burden. Public comments are welcome through various channels until April 26, 2021.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting public comments on its plan to gather information from the public, following the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The public can provide feedback on various aspects of this information collection, such as its necessity, accuracy, and how it could be improved. Three specific collections are mentioned: the Prepaid Health Plan Cost Report, the Integrated Plan Coverage Decision Letter, and the D-SNP Enrollee Advisory Committee, each with its own details like the number of respondents and total annual hours involved. Comments must be submitted by May 20, 2025, via the given electronic or mail options.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a correcting amendment to fix a typographical error in the 2021 Physician Fee Schedule final rule. The error involved an incorrect reference in the regulation instructions, which has now been accurately revised. The amendment ensures that the rule properly reflects intended policies without making any substantive changes. CMS determined that regular notice and comment procedures were unnecessary for this correction, as it is purely technical and aligns with previously finalized policies.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting public comments on its plan to collect information as required under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This notice discusses the requirements and expected burdens associated with the information collection for the End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Conditions for Coverage and Supporting Regulations and the Expanding Access to Women's Health Grant. The public has until February 21, 2025, to submit their input, which can help improve the effectiveness and efficiency of these programs.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting public comments on its plan to collect information under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This involves proposals for Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and other health entities, focusing on COVID-19 vaccine education and documentation. CMS is seeking feedback on the burden and utility of these collections, aiming to reduce any unnecessary strain while ensuring vital data is gathered appropriately. Additionally, CMS has streamlined the documentation process relating to COVID-19 vaccine offers due to the conclusion of the public health emergency.