U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Address

7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244

(410) 786-3000

www.cms.gov/

Description:

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, CMS, is part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and is responsible for these programs which allow a large quantity of Americans access to helathcare they wouldn't otherwise get.

Medicare is a health insurance program for people 65 and older, people under age 65 with certain disabilities, and people of all ages with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant).

Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provides health coverage to over 72.5 million Americans, including children, pregnant women, parents, seniors and individuals with disabilities. Medicaid is the single largest source of health coverage in the United States. Low income families, qualified pregnant women and children, and individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are examples of mandatory eligibility groups (PDF 177.87 KB). States have additional options for coverage and may choose to cover other groups, such as individuals receiving home and community based services and children in foster care who are not otherwise eligible.

CMS Websites:

cms.gov
Medicare.gov
MyMedicare.gov
Medicaid.gov
InsureKidsNow.gov
HealthCare.gov

Description

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, CMS, is part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and is responsible for these programs which allow a large quantity of Americans access to healthcare they wouldn't otherwise get. Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provides health coverage to over 72.5 million Americans, including children, pregnant women, parents, seniors and individuals with disabilities. Medicaid is the single largest source of health coverage in the United States. Low income families, qualified pregnant women and children, and individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are examples of mandatory eligibility groups (PDF 177.87 KB). States have additional options for coverage and may choose to cover other groups, such as individuals receiving home and community based services and children in foster care who are not otherwise eligible.

Hours

Mon-Fri 8:00AM-5:00PM

Eligibility

Medicaid- Low income families, qualified pregnant women and children, and individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI). States have additional options for coverage and may choose to cover other groups, such as individuals receiving home and community based services and children in foster care who are not otherwise eligible.

Fees

Medicaid coverage varies, can be income based.

Intake Procedure

Enroll in Medicaid by visiting the Health Insurance Marketplace. (Healthcare.gov), and creating an account. If it looks like anyone in your household qualifies for Medicaid or CHIP, they'll send your information to your state agency. The state agency will contact you about enrollment. You’ll also find out if you qualify for an individual insurance plan with savings based on your income instead.

Service Area

Nationwide

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Rhode Island

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    800-318-2596
    Name:
    Health Insurance Marketplace (Healthcare.gov)
    Number:
    855-889-4325
    Name:
    Health Insurance Marketplace (Healthcare.gov) TTY
    Number:
    410-786-3000
    Name:
    Main Phone
    Number:
    800-447-8477
    Name:
    OIG National Fraud Hotline (Office of the Inspector General)
    Number:
    877-267-2323
    Name:
    Toll Free
    Number:
    866-226-1819
    Name:
    Toll Free TTY
    Number:
    410-786-0727
    Name:
    TTY
    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (NL-5000.5000) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Description

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, CMS, is part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and is responsible for these programs which allow a large quantity of Americans access to healthcare they wouldn't otherwise get. Medicare is a health insurance program for people 65 and older, people under age 65 with certain disabilities, and people of all ages with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant).

    Hours

    Mon-Fri 8:00AM-5:00PM

    Eligibility

    Medicare- people 65 and older, people under age 65 with certain disabilities, and people of all ages with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant).

    Fees

    Medicare Coverage varies by plan; copayments, coinsurance, deductibles, and other similar charges may be applied to your plan.

    Intake Procedure

    Enroll in Medicare online at www.SocialSecurity.gov; By calling Social Security National Office, or In-person at your local Social Security office.

    Service Area

    Nationwide

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Rhode Island

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      410-786-3000
      Name:
      Main Phone
      Number:
      800-633-4227
      Name:
      Medicare Service Center
      Number:
      877-486-2048
      Name:
      Medicare Service Center TTY
      Number:
      800-447-8477
      Name:
      OIG National Fraud Hotline (Office of the Inspector General)
      Number:
      800-772-1213
      Name:
      Social Security National Office
      Number:
      800-325-0778
      Name:
      Social Security National Office TTY
      Number:
      877-267-2323
      Name:
      Toll Free
      Number:
      866-226-1819
      Name:
      Toll Free TTY
      Number:
      410-786-0727
      Name:
      TTY
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (NS-8000.5000) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Description

      The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, CMS, is part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and is responsible for these programs which allow a large quantity of Americans access to healthcare they wouldn't otherwise get. Medicare is a health insurance program for people 65 and older, people under age 65 with certain disabilities, and people of all ages with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant). To facilitate expeditious investigation of the alleged fraud, it is helpful to have as much information as possible. Pertinent information includes: Name of Medicaid client Client's Medicaid card number Name of doctor, hospital, or other healthcare provider Date of service Amount of money Medicaid approved and/or paid; and A description of the acts that you suspect involve fraud

      Hours

      Mon-Fri 8:00AM-5:00PM

      Eligibility

      Medicare- people 65 and older, people under age 65 with certain disabilities, and people of all ages with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant).

      Fees

      Medicare Coverage varies by plan; copayments, coinsurance, deductibles, and other similar charges may be applied to your plan.

      Intake Procedure

      Report Medicare fraud by contacting the Office of Inspector General's (OIG) National Fraud Hotline

      Service Area

      Nationwide

      Geography Served

        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

      • Rhode Island

        Telephone Numbers

        Number:
        410-786-3000
        Name:
        Main Phone
        Number:
        800-633-4227
        Name:
        Medicare Service Center
        Number:
        877-486-2048
        Name:
        Medicare Service Center TTY
        Number:
        800-447-8477
        Name:
        OIG National Fraud Hotline (Office of the Inspector General)
        Number:
        877-267-2323
        Name:
        Toll Free
        Number:
        866-226-1819
        Name:
        Toll Free TTY
        Number:
        410-786-0727
        Name:
        TTY
        Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (FN-1700.3350-550) and related services within the Service Tree.

        General Information

        Hours:

        Mon-Fri 8:00AM-5:00PM

        Intake Process:

        Enroll in Medicare online at www.SocialSecurity.gov; By calling Social Security National Office, or In-person at your local Social Security office.
        Enroll in Medicaid by visiting the Health Insurance Marketplace. (Healthcare.gov), and creating an account. If it looks like anyone in your household qualifies for Medicaid or CHIP, they'll send your information to your state agency. The state agency will contact you about enrollment. You!€™ll also find out if you qualify for an individual insurance plan with savings based on your income instead.
        You can also apply directly to your state Medicaid agency; Health Source RI (healthyrhode.ri.gov)

        Program Fees:

        Medicare Coverage is varies by plan; copayments, coinsurance, deductibles, and other similar charges may be applied to your plan.
        Medicaid coverage varies, can be income based.

        Eligibility:

        Medicare- people 65 and older, people under age 65 with certain disabilities, and people of all ages with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant).

        Medicaid- Low income families, qualified pregnant women and children, and individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI). States have additional options for coverage and may choose to cover other groups, such as individuals receiving home and community based services and children in foster care who are not otherwise eligible.

        Is Shelter?

        No

        Miscellaneous

        AKA:

        CMS; United States; US

        Related Resource

        Date of Official Change:

        August 26, 2024

        Legal Status:

        Governmental

        Description

        The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, CMS, is part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and is responsible for these programs which allow a large quantity of Americans access to healthcare they wouldn't otherwise get. Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provides health coverage to over 72.5 million Americans, including children, pregnant women, parents, seniors and individuals with disabilities. Medicaid is the single largest source of health coverage in the United States. Low income families, qualified pregnant women and children, and individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are examples of mandatory eligibility groups (PDF 177.87 KB). States have additional options for coverage and may choose to cover other groups, such as individuals receiving home and community based services and children in foster care who are not otherwise eligible.

        Hours

        Mon-Fri 8:00AM-5:00PM

        Eligibility

        Medicaid- Low income families, qualified pregnant women and children, and individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI). States have additional options for coverage and may choose to cover other groups, such as individuals receiving home and community based services and children in foster care who are not otherwise eligible.

        Fees

        Medicaid coverage varies, can be income based.

        Intake Procedure

        Enroll in Medicaid by visiting the Health Insurance Marketplace. (Healthcare.gov), and creating an account. If it looks like anyone in your household qualifies for Medicaid or CHIP, they'll send your information to your state agency. The state agency will contact you about enrollment. You’ll also find out if you qualify for an individual insurance plan with savings based on your income instead.

        Service Area

        Nationwide

        Geography Served

          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

        • Rhode Island

          Telephone Numbers

          Number:
          800-318-2596
          Name:
          Health Insurance Marketplace (Healthcare.gov)
          Number:
          855-889-4325
          Name:
          Health Insurance Marketplace (Healthcare.gov) TTY
          Number:
          410-786-3000
          Name:
          Main Phone
          Number:
          800-447-8477
          Name:
          OIG National Fraud Hotline (Office of the Inspector General)
          Number:
          877-267-2323
          Name:
          Toll Free
          Number:
          866-226-1819
          Name:
          Toll Free TTY
          Number:
          410-786-0727
          Name:
          TTY
          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (NL-5000.5000) and related services within the Service Tree.

          Description

          The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, CMS, is part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and is responsible for these programs which allow a large quantity of Americans access to healthcare they wouldn't otherwise get. Medicare is a health insurance program for people 65 and older, people under age 65 with certain disabilities, and people of all ages with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant).

          Hours

          Mon-Fri 8:00AM-5:00PM

          Eligibility

          Medicare- people 65 and older, people under age 65 with certain disabilities, and people of all ages with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant).

          Fees

          Medicare Coverage varies by plan; copayments, coinsurance, deductibles, and other similar charges may be applied to your plan.

          Intake Procedure

          Enroll in Medicare online at www.SocialSecurity.gov; By calling Social Security National Office, or In-person at your local Social Security office.

          Service Area

          Nationwide

          Geography Served

            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

          • Rhode Island

            Telephone Numbers

            Number:
            410-786-3000
            Name:
            Main Phone
            Number:
            800-633-4227
            Name:
            Medicare Service Center
            Number:
            877-486-2048
            Name:
            Medicare Service Center TTY
            Number:
            800-447-8477
            Name:
            OIG National Fraud Hotline (Office of the Inspector General)
            Number:
            800-772-1213
            Name:
            Social Security National Office
            Number:
            800-325-0778
            Name:
            Social Security National Office TTY
            Number:
            877-267-2323
            Name:
            Toll Free
            Number:
            866-226-1819
            Name:
            Toll Free TTY
            Number:
            410-786-0727
            Name:
            TTY
            Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (NS-8000.5000) and related services within the Service Tree.

            Description

            The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, CMS, is part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and is responsible for these programs which allow a large quantity of Americans access to healthcare they wouldn't otherwise get. Medicare is a health insurance program for people 65 and older, people under age 65 with certain disabilities, and people of all ages with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant). To facilitate expeditious investigation of the alleged fraud, it is helpful to have as much information as possible. Pertinent information includes: Name of Medicaid client Client's Medicaid card number Name of doctor, hospital, or other healthcare provider Date of service Amount of money Medicaid approved and/or paid; and A description of the acts that you suspect involve fraud

            Hours

            Mon-Fri 8:00AM-5:00PM

            Eligibility

            Medicare- people 65 and older, people under age 65 with certain disabilities, and people of all ages with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant).

            Fees

            Medicare Coverage varies by plan; copayments, coinsurance, deductibles, and other similar charges may be applied to your plan.

            Intake Procedure

            Report Medicare fraud by contacting the Office of Inspector General's (OIG) National Fraud Hotline

            Service Area

            Nationwide

            Geography Served

              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

            • Rhode Island

              Telephone Numbers

              Number:
              410-786-3000
              Name:
              Main Phone
              Number:
              800-633-4227
              Name:
              Medicare Service Center
              Number:
              877-486-2048
              Name:
              Medicare Service Center TTY
              Number:
              800-447-8477
              Name:
              OIG National Fraud Hotline (Office of the Inspector General)
              Number:
              877-267-2323
              Name:
              Toll Free
              Number:
              866-226-1819
              Name:
              Toll Free TTY
              Number:
              410-786-0727
              Name:
              TTY
              Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (FN-1700.3350-550) and related services within the Service Tree.

              Address Listings

              Mailing

              7500 Security Boulevard
              Baltimore, MD 21244

              Physical (Primary)

              7500 Security Boulevard
              Baltimore, MD 21244

              Contacts

              Erin Richardson

              Primary Contact

              Chief of Staff & Chief Principal Deputy Administrator

              Phone Numbers

              Main Phone

              (410) 786-3000

              Health Insurance Marketplace (Healthcare.gov)

              (800) 318-2596

              Health Insurance Marketplace (Healthcare.gov) TTY

              (855) 889-4325

              Medicare Service Center

              (800) 633-4227

              Medicare Service Center TTY

              (877) 486-2048

              OIG National Fraud Hotline (Office of the Inspector General)

              (800) 447-8477

              Social Security National Office

              (800) 772-1213

              Social Security National Office TTY

              (800) 325-0778

              Toll Free

              (877) 267-2323

              Toll Free TTY

              (866) 226-1819

              TTY

              (410) 786-0727

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