Federal Register #CMS-2026-1948

CMS Requests Public Comment on Information Collection for Health Reimbursement Arrangements

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), under the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking public comment on its proposed information collection related to health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) and other account-based group health plans. - Government Buyer: - Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Department of Health and Human Services - Purpose: - Request for public input on the collection of information required for HRAs and similar group health plans - Supports regulatory requirements for substantiation, notice, and coverage termination - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - No part numbers, quantities, or OEMs/vendors are specified - Notable Requirements: - Focus on information collection to support compliance with federal regulations - Includes related information collection for the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) Consumer Education Website and reporting of serious injuries and deaths - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is not a procurement of goods or services - Additional Notes: - Opportunity is for public comment, not for the purchase of products or services

Description

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is seeking public comments on its intention to collect information related to health reimbursement arrangements and other account-based group health plans. This collection is part of the implementation of final regulations issued in 2019 that expanded the use of health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) and established requirements for substantiation, notice, and termination of coverage. The notice invites comments on the burden estimates, necessity, utility, and ways to enhance the quality and clarity of the information collected. Comments are due by July 14, 2026.

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