CMS Request For Information About Medicaid & CHIP Pediatric Alternative Payment Model

On February 28, 2017, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released this request for information regarding the Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) alternative payment model for pediatric treatment. CMS specifically sought input on approaches to improve the quality and reduce the cost of care for children and youth enrolled in Medicaid or a CHIP plan.

CMS is exploring concepts for encouraging pediatric provider organizations to collaborate with health-related social service provider organizations (e.g., early childhood development programs, child welfare services, and home- and community-based service provider organizations) at the state and local . . .