CMS Issues Guidance On OBBBA Mandated Medicaid Community Engagement Requirements
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued a guidance document and informational bulletin to help states prepare for upcoming Medicaid community engagement requirements. Starting Jan. 1, 2027, certain individuals applying for or enrolled in Medicaid expansion will need to participate in community engagement activities, such as work or similar efforts.
CMS also announced plans to develop interim final regulations, as required by law, and will provide additional guidance to assist states with implementation.
The Missouri Hospital Association is a nonprofit association in Jefferson City that represents 136 Missouri hospitals. In addition to representation and advocacy on behalf of its membership, the association offers continuing education programs on current health care topics and seeks to educate the public about health care issues.