With Medicaid work requirements less than a year away, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services made states an offer last week.
February 02, 2026 05:00 AM CST
Key Takeaways
- The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services made agreements with consulting firms and technology companies to assist states with Medicaid work requirements.
- States can obtain technology platforms, digital tools and professional services at discounted federal rates. CMS plans to add more companies.
- These offers may generate additional business for the vendors including Optum and Maximus.
- States need much more to be prepared to enforce Medicaid requirements starting next year.
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