The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is a U.S. government agency that oversees two major health care programs: Medicare, which provides health insurance for older adults and some disabled individuals, and Medicaid, which offers coverage for low-income individuals and families. CMS sets policies, ensures quality care, and administers funding for these programs. It also plays a role in regulating health care providers and implementing health care reforms to improve access, affordability, and quality of care for Americans.