DHHS
type: Concept

DHHS/CMS
in scheme: providers
definition: The Mission of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) We assure health care security for beneficiaries. CMS's Vision: -In serving beneficiaries, we will open our programs to full partnership with the entire health community to improve quality and efficiency in an evolving health care system. CMS's Goals: -Protect and improve beneficiary health and satisfaction. -Foster appropriate and predictable payments and high quality care. -Promote understanding of CMS programs among beneficiaries, the health care community, and the public. -Promote the fiscal integrity of CMS programs and be an accountable steward of public funds. -Foster excellence in the design and administration of CMS programs. -Provide leadership in the broader health care marketplace to improve health Website: "http://cms.hhs.gov/" [Summary provided by CMS]
type: Concept