MACPAC June 2026 Report Addresses Prior Authorization Automation and Managed Care Accountability
The Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission (MACPAC) released its June 2026 Report to Congress with recommendations on six policy areas affecting Medicaid managed care operations. The report addresses automation in prior authorization processes, managed care accountability measures, and access to residential treatment services, among other topics. The recommendations also cover community engagement requirements, services for youth with special health care needs, and the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). These recommendations typically inform congressional legislation and CMS policy development over the following 12-24 months.
MACPAC recommendations frequently shape CMS rulemaking and congressional action on managed care oversight, prior authorization requirements, and quality measurement—areas with direct compliance and operational implications for MCOs.
Managed Care · Behavioral Health · Long-Term Care
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