
09/11/2025
π’ CMS has released new guidance on Medicaid state-directed payments (SDPs), adding stronger oversight and accountability measures.
The update emphasizes transparency, documentation, and quality outcomes, ensuring financing and distribution align with value-based care. This shift means payers, providers, and states should prepare for enhanced monitoring and reporting requirements.
CMS issued new guidance tightening oversight of Medicaid state-directed payments, requiring stronger documentation, transparency, and more.