CMS Proposes New Limits on Medicaid MCO Provider Tax Structures to Ensure Redistributive Intent

CMS has issued a proposed rule that would prohibit states from imposing higher provider tax rates on Medicaid managed care services compared to commercial services, addressing concerns that current tax structures undermine redistributive goals. The rule would require states seeking waivers from broad-based or uniform tax requirements to meet both existing statistical tests and new redistributive standards that prevent targeting Medicaid revenue. This proposal directly impacts state Medicaid financing strategies and MCO tax obligations, with transition periods for existing waiver arrangements.

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