Common use of MONITORING CALLS Clause in Contracts

MONITORING CALLS. CMS will convene periodic conference calls with the state. The purpose of these calls is to discuss any significant actual or anticipated developments affecting the demonstration. CMS will provide updates on any amendments or concept papers under review, as well as federal policies and issues that may affect any aspect of the demonstration. The state and CMS will jointly develop the agenda for the calls. Areas to be addressed during the monitoring call include, but are not limited to: Transition and implementation activities; Stakeholder concerns; QHP operations and performance; Enrollment; Cost sharing; Quality of care; Beneficiary access; Benefit package and wrap around benefits; Audits; Lawsuits; Financial reporting and budget neutrality issues; Progress on evaluation activities and contracts; Related legislative developments in the state; and Any demonstration changes or amendments the state is considering.

MONITORING CALLS. CMS will convene periodic conference calls with the state. The purpose of these calls is to discuss any significant actual or anticipated developments affecting the demonstration. CMS will provide updates on any amendments or concept papers under review, as well as federal policies and issues that may affect any aspect of the demonstration. The state and CMS will jointly develop the agenda for the calls. Areas to be addressed during the monitoring call include, but are not limited to: Transition and implementation activities; Stakeholder concerns; QHP operations and performance; Enrollment; Cost sharing; Quality of care; Beneficiary access; Benefit package and wrap around benefits; Audits; Lawsuits; Financial reporting and budget neutrality issues; Progress on evaluation activities and contracts; Related legislative developments in the state; and Any demonstration changes or amendments the state is considering.. EVALUATION