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Federal Policy·May 27, 2026
CMS Announces First Healthcare Advisory Committee Meeting for May 2026
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced the inaugural meeting of the Healthcare Advisory Committee (HAC) scheduled for May 18, 2026. The committee will advise the HHS Secretary and CMS Administrator on healthcare system improvements consistent with a presidential executive order. The virtual meeting is open to the public. This represents a new federal advisory structure that may influence future Medicaid policy direction and program reforms.
Why it matters for managed care
A new federal advisory committee reporting directly to the CMS Administrator could shape future Medicaid managed care policy priorities, regulatory frameworks, and program requirements affecting MCO operations.
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