CMS releases guidance on state Medicaid, CHIP coverage strategies

Nov 30, 2021 - 03:27 PM
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services last week released two guidance documents to help states and territories maintain Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program coverage for eligible individuals. Access the documents here and here.

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