MACPAC Urges Managed Care Transparency Reforms, HCBS Access Improvements in March Report

The Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission released its March 2025 report recommending improvements to external quality review processes in Medicaid managed care, enhanced access to home- and community-based services, and reduced administrative burdens for states and CMS. The recommendations target managed care transparency and accountability mechanisms that directly affect MCO operations and oversight. MACPAC reports to Congress typically influence future CMS rulemaking and state policy decisions. Managed care organizations should review the full report for potential operational and compliance implications.

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