Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is a U.S. government agency responsible for administering national health programs like Medicare and Medicaid. Medicare provides health coverage primarily for people aged 65 and older or with certain disabilities, while Medicaid offers health coverage for low-income individuals and families. CMS oversees the implementation of these programs, ensures quality and fairness in healthcare, and manages related policies and payments to healthcare providers. Its goal is to improve access to quality healthcare for vulnerable populations while maintaining cost-efficiency within the healthcare system.