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Provider Directory Policy Updates

Guidance for existing CMS policy and provide additional guidance related to provider directory requirements for Medicare Advantage organizations (MAOs) and section 1876 cost plans. CMS will incorporate this updated guidance into the next revisions of both chapter 4 of the Medicare Managed Care Manual (MMCM) and the Medicare Advantage and 1876 Cost Plan Model Provider Directory.

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Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Issue Date: January 17, 2017

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