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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 104547
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting the public to comment on a proposed information collection related to Medicare Part C. CMS published a notice in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act, which requires federal agencies to collect public input on information collections. The information collected will help CMS evaluate compliance with Medicare Utilization Management (UM) requirements and select organizations for UM audits. Public comments are due by January 22, 2025, and further details can be accessed through the CMS website.

    Simple Explanation

    CMS wants people to tell them what they think about some new stuff they want to ask about Medicare. This is to make sure they’re doing things right and choosing the best groups to check if their rules are followed.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 104182
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting public feedback on its intention to gather and manage information from the public. This initiative is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, ensuring federal agencies collect necessary, efficient, and low-burden information. The document describes two key information collection types: one concerning a peer review program targeting quality control in Medicare services, and another focused on gathering actuarial data for Medicare Advantage and Drug Plans. Both collections aim to enhance decision-making and compliance within the healthcare sector.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to ask people questions to help make Medicare work better, like checking medicine prices and improving health care quality. They promise to listen to what people say about this plan.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 101018
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), under the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection related to network adequacy for Medicare Advantage and 1876 Cost Plans. This effort is part of its compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, which mandates that federal agencies must get approval from the Office of Management and Budget for collecting data from the public. The aim is to ensure adequate access to healthcare services by maintaining a network of providers that meet set criteria. The information collection is crucial for monitoring and ensuring compliance with these requirements. Public comments are invited until January 13, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services wants to know what people think about how they check if there are enough doctors to help people with Medicare, and they want everyone to share their thoughts until January 13, 2025. They want to make sure that these checks aren't too much work for people, and they're asking for ideas to make the process better.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 2003
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) are announcing the next meeting of the Advisory Panel on Outreach and Education (APOE), set for February 6, 2025. This virtual meeting is open to the public and aims to discuss ways to improve consumer education strategies for health programs like Medicare and Medicaid. The panel advises the Department of Health and Human Services on how to best communicate healthcare information, especially to minority and underserved communities. Registration is required to attend, and attendees can submit presentations or comments by January 23, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is having an online meeting on February 6 to talk about helping people understand health insurance. Anyone can join if they sign up by January 23.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 99
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) are inviting public comments on their plan to gather information from the public as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They seek feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and ways to improve their information collection methods. Specifically, CMS is collecting information for two projects: the application process for organizations wishing to offer Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (PDPs) and the Plan Benefit Package and formulary submissions required under the Medicare Modernization Act. The comment deadline is February 3, 2021, and additional information can be accessed online or by contacting relevant CMS representatives.

    Simple Explanation

    CMS wants people to share their thoughts on how it collects information to help with Medicare plans, like prescription drugs, by February 3, 2021. They want to make sure gathering this information is helpful, easy, and not too complicated.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 13368
    Reading Time:about 10 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is giving the public a chance to comment on their plans to collect information, as part of their duties under the Paperwork Reduction Act. They want feedback on the estimated effort required and the usefulness of the information they plan to gather. They're particularly interested in suggestions for improving the data collection process, like using technology to make it easier. People can find specific information about these collections by visiting certain websites or contacting them directly. Various forms related to Medicare enrollment are outlined for public response, showing the number of people expected to participate and how the information will be used.

    Simple Explanation

    CMS wants to hear people's thoughts on how they collect information to help make things easier and more useful. They want to know if using technology could make information gathering less of a hassle for everyone.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 7814
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    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.

    Simple Explanation

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services paused the start of a new rule about how organs are collected for transplants, moving it to March instead of February, so they can take another look at it and let people share their thoughts. This rule is supposed to help get more organs for people who need them by updating how they measure success.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97009
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting public comments on its plan to collect information under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This involves a proposed reinstatement of a previously approved information collection related to patient access through Application Programming Interfaces (API). The aim is to improve the interoperability of health information, allowing patients better electronic access to their health records. Public comments are being accepted until January 6, 2025, and can be submitted through the specified online portal.

    Simple Explanation

    The CMS is asking people to tell them what they think about a new plan to make it easier for patients to see their health records online, but they need help explaining complex rules and ensuring people's personal data stays safe.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 10501
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, has announced an administrative hearing scheduled for April 2, 2025, to review its decision to reject Idaho's proposed Medicaid State Plan Amendment (SPA) 24-0015. This amendment sought to provide continuous Medicaid coverage to pregnant individuals throughout their pregnancy and for 12 months after, but excluded those whose pregnancies ended due to abortions not falling within Idaho state law. CMS disapproved this amendment, stating it didn't align with federal requirements mandating coverage regardless of how a pregnancy ends. Individuals or organizations wishing to participate in the hearing must submit their requests by March 11, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The Medicare & Medicaid folks are having a meeting to talk about whether Idaho’s idea to give special health care coverage to pregnant people should be allowed. They didn't agree because Idaho's plan leaves out some people if the pregnancy ends in a way that's not covered by Idaho's rules, which isn't what the federal rules allow.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 95215
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced an application fee of $730 for the calendar year 2025. This fee applies to institutional providers who are enrolling in or revalidating their enrollment in Medicare, Medicaid, or the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and adding a new Medicare practice location. The fee is effective from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025. The increase in cost was determined by adjusting the previous year's fee of $709 by 3% based on inflation data.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government says that big health places like hospitals have to pay $730 in 2025 to sign up or keep being a part of special health programs. This money helps make sure everything runs smoothly for people who need care.