Title 42

SECTION 457.1200

457.1200 Basis, scope, and applicability.

§ 457.1200 Basis, scope, and applicability.

(a) Statutory basis. This subpart implements the following sections of the Act:

(1) Section 2101(a) of the Act, which provides that the purpose of Title XXI is to provide funds to States to enable them to initiate and expand the provision of child health assistance to uninsured, low-income children in an effective and efficient manner.

(2) Section 2103(f)(3) and 2107(e)(1)(M) of the Act, which apply certain provisions of Title XIX related to Medicaid managed care to CHIP.

(3) Sections 2107(b) and 2107(e)(2) of the Act, which relate to program integrity.

(b) Scope. This subpart sets forth requirements for the provision of services through MCOs, PIHPs, PAHPs, and PCCM entities, as defined in § 457.10.

(c) Applicability. The requirements of this subpart apply to child health assistance provided under a separate child health program operating a managed care delivery system. Regulations relating to managed care that are applicable to a Medicaid expansion program are found at part 438 of this chapter.

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