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.