U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is a governmental agency that oversees and manages the nation's major healthcare programs like Medicare, Medicaid, and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Its role is to ensure healthcare quality, access, and affordability for millions of Americans by setting rules, approving programs, and overseeing providers. CMS also works to improve health outcomes through policy development, data analysis, and supporting innovations in healthcare delivery. Essentially, CMS helps ensure that vulnerable populations receive necessary medical care while maintaining standards and managing government-funded health services.