Federal Register #2026-10102

CMS Requests Public Comment on Behavioral Health and Medicaid Managed Care Quality Data Collection

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), under the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking public comment on proposed information collection activities related to behavioral health and Medicaid managed care quality reporting. - Government Buyer: - Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Department of Health and Human Services - Involvement from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) - OEMs and Vendors: - CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) - SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) - HRSA (Health Resources and Services Administration) - Products/Services Requested: - Information collection for behavioral health clinic quality data reporting using a revised template - Information collection for Medicaid managed care quality measures, including quality strategies and effectiveness evaluations - Information collection for National Health Service Corps Scholar/Students to Service travel and relocation requests - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Public is invited to comment on the necessity, utility, and burden of the information collection - Emphasis on improving data quality, streamlining reporting, and leveraging technology to reduce reporting burden - No specific products or purchase quantities are requested; focus is on data collection and process improvement

Description

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is seeking public comments on its intention to collect information related to behavioral health clinic quality data reporting and other Medicaid managed care quality measures. The collection aims to streamline data reporting, improve quality measurement, and support health care reform initiatives. The public is invited to comment on the burden estimates, necessity, and utility of the information collection, as well as ways to enhance data quality and reduce burden through technology. Comments must be received by July 20, 2026.

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