Medicaid Program; Town Hall Forum on Access to Dental Care for Medicaid-Eligible Children; April 6, 2009, 4205-4206 [E9-1294]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 14 / Friday, January 23, 2009 / Notices Budget under the authority of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35). Authority: Section 1865 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395bb). (Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Program No. 93.778, Medical Assistance Program); (Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Program No. 93.773, Medicare— Hospital Insurance; Program No. 93.774, Medicare—Supplementary Medical Insurance Programs) Dated: November 21, 2008. Kerry Weems, Acting Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. [FR Doc. E9–684 Filed 1–22–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4120–01–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [CMS–2298–N] Medicaid Program; Town Hall Forum on Access to Dental Care for MedicaidEligible Children; April 6, 2009 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), HHS. ACTION: Notice of meeting. mstockstill on PROD1PC66 with NOTICES AGENCY: SUMMARY: This notice announces a town hall forum to discuss access to dental care for Medicaid eligible children. Beneficiaries, providers, dentists, industry representatives, and other interested parties are invited to this meeting to present their views, concerns, and recommendations related to oral health issues. The forum is open to the public, but attendance is limited to space available. DATES: Meeting Date: The town hall forum will be held on Monday, April 6, 2009, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., eastern daylight time (e.d.t.). Deadline for Meeting Registration: Registrations must be received by Wednesday, April 1, 2009, by 5 p.m., e.d.t. Deadline for Requesting Special Accommodations: Participants requiring special accommodations should contact Cindy Ruff at the address specified in the ADDRESSES section of this notice by Friday, March 27, 2009, by 5 p.m., e.d.t. ADDRESSES: Meeting Location: The town hall forum will be held in the auditorium at the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244. Meeting Registration: Participants may register via e-mail at Cynthia.Ruff@cms.hhs.gov or by regular VerDate Nov<24>2008 18:32 Jan 22, 2009 Jkt 217001 mail at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and State Operations, Family and Children’s Health Programs Group, 7500 Security Boulevard, S2–01–16, Baltimore, MD 21244. Inquires: Send inquiries about this meeting via email to Cynthia.ruff@cms.hhs.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Cindy Ruff, 410–786–5916. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: I. Background In response to Congressional hearings and Federal studies regarding access to dental care for Medicaid eligible children, we performed 16 State dental reviews in 2008. We recently published a National Summary of those State reviews and identified several opportunities for improving dental care for individuals eligible for Medicaid. We proposed to have a Town Hall Forum to discuss these opportunities. The Forum will provide a venue for participants to provide feedback to us on various oral health issues and to discuss best practices and innovative delivery models for dental care. We will work with co-facilitators, the National Association of State Medicaid Directors and the American Dental Association, in presenting the Forum. II. Meeting Format The meeting will begin with introductions of the individuals participating in the meeting and an overview of the goal and objectives of the meeting. There will be a brief overview of the role and functions of Federal and State programs in delivering dental care to individuals eligible for Medicaid. There will be an opportunity for several States to briefly present information on a promising oral health practice in their State. The third portion of the Forum will focus on discussion of delivery of dental services through managed care organizations, payment issues, best practices/ innovative delivery models, and recommendations for education and outreach to dental providers and Medicaid enrollees. Prior to the Town Hall Forum, we will distribute information via the CMS Web site including an agenda and a set of questions to be addressed at the Forum. The materials will be posted on the CMS web site at https://www.cms.hhs. gov/MedicaidSCHIPQualPrac/02_whats newinquality.asp#TopOfPage. Registered participants may submit additional questions/comments to be considered for discussion at the Forum. PO 00000 Frm 00072 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 4205 III. Registration Instructions There is no registration fee associated with attending the meeting. All individuals must register to attend. Because this meeting will be located on Federal property, for security reasons any persons wishing to attend must register at one of the addresses specified in the ADDRESSES section of this notice by the date specified in the DATES section of this notice. Please provide your full name (as it appears on your State-issued driver’s license), address, organization, telephone, fax number(s), and e-mail address. You will receive a registration confirmation with instructions for your arrival at the CMS complex or you will be notified the seating capacity has been reached. The meeting is limited to registered persons, and seating capacity is limited to the first 250 registrants. Individuals requiring sign language interpretation for the hearing impaired or other special accommodations should contact Cindy Ruff at the address listed in the ADDRESSES section of this notice by the date specified in the DATES section of this notice. IV. Security, Building, and Parking Guidelines This meeting will be held in a Federal government building; therefore, Federal security measures are applicable. We recommend that confirmed registrants arrive at CMS reasonably early, but no earlier than 45 minutes prior to the start of the meeting, to allow additional time to clear security. Security measures include the following: • Presentation of government-issued photographic identification to the Federal Protective Service or Guard Service personnel. • Inspection of vehicle’s interior and exterior (this includes engine and trunk inspection) at the entrance to the grounds. Parking permits and instructions will be issued after the vehicle inspection. • Inspection, via metal detector or other applicable means of all persons brought entering the building. We note that all items brought into CMS, whether personal or for the purpose of presentation or to support a presentation, are subject to inspection. We cannot assume responsibility for coordinating the receipt, transfer, transport, storage, set-up, safety, or timely arrival of any personal belongings or items used for presentation or to support a presentation. Note: Individuals who are not registered in advance will not be permitted to enter the building and will be unable to attend the E:\FR\FM\23JAN1.SGM 23JAN1 4206 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 14 / Friday, January 23, 2009 / Notices meeting. The public may not enter the building earlier than 45 minutes prior to the convening of the meeting. All visitors must be escorted in areas other than the lower and first floor levels in the Central Building. Authority: Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Program No. 93.778, Medical Assistance Program. Dated: January 14, 2009. Kerry Weems, Acting Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. [FR Doc. E9–1294 Filed 1–22–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4120–01–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES I. Background Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [CMS–1562–N] Medicare Program; Meeting of the Practicing Physicians Advisory Council, March 9, 2009 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), HHS. ACTION: Notice. mstockstill on PROD1PC66 with NOTICES AGENCY: SUMMARY: This notice announces a quarterly meeting of the Practicing Physicians Advisory Council (the Council). The Council will meet to discuss certain proposed changes in regulations and manual instructions related to physicians’ services, as identified by the Secretary of Health and Human Services. This meeting is open to the public. DATES: Meeting Date: Monday, March 9, 2009, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. e.d.t. Deadline for Registration without Oral Presentation: Thursday, March 5, 2009, 12 noon, e.s.t. Deadline for Registration of Oral Presentations: Friday, February 20, 2009, 12 noon, e.s.t. Deadline for Submission of Oral Remarks and Written Comments: Wednesday, February 25, 2009, 12 noon, e.s.t. Deadline for Requesting Special Accommodations: Monday, March 2, 2009, 12 noon, e.s.t. ADDRESSES: Meeting Location: The meeting will be held in Room 705A, in the Hubert H. Humphrey Building, 200 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20201. Submission of Testimony: Testimonies should be mailed to Kelly Buchanan, Designated Federal Official (DFO), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 7500 Security Boulevard, Mail VerDate Nov<24>2008 18:32 Jan 22, 2009 Jkt 217001 stop C4–13–07, Baltimore, MD 21244– 1850, or contact the DFO via e-mail at PPAC_hhs@cms.hhs.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kelly Buchanan, DFO, (410) 786–6132, or e-mail PPAC_hhs@cms.hhs.gov. News media representatives must contact the CMS Press Office, (202) 690– 6145. Please refer to the CMS Advisory Committees’ Information Line (1–877– 449–5659 toll free), (410) 786–9379 local) or the Internet at https:// www.cms.hhs.gov/home/ regsguidance.asp for additional information and updates on committee activities. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: In accordance with section 10(a) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, this notice announces the quarterly meeting of the Practicing Physicians Advisory Council (the Council). The Secretary of Health and Human Services (the Secretary) is mandated by section 1868(a)(1) of the Social Security Act (the Act) to appoint a Practicing Physicians Advisory Council based on nominations submitted by medical organizations representing physicians. The Council meets quarterly to discuss certain proposed changes in regulations and manual instructions related to physician services, as identified by the Secretary. To the extent feasible and consistent with statutory deadlines, the Council’s consultation must occur before Federal Register publication of the proposed changes. The Council submits an annual report on its recommendations to the Secretary and the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) not later than December 31 of each year. The Council consists of 15 physicians, including the Chair. Members of the Council include both participating and nonparticipating physicians, and physicians practicing in rural and underserved urban areas. At least 11 members of the Council must be physicians as described in section 1861(r)(1) of the Act; that is, Statelicensed doctors of medicine or osteopathy. The remaining 4 members may include dentists, podiatrists, optometrists, and chiropractors. Members serve for overlapping 4-year terms. Section 1868(a)(2) of the Act provides that the Council meet quarterly to discuss certain proposed changes in regulations and manual issuances that relate to physicians’ services, identified by the Secretary. Section 1868(a)(3) of the Act provides for payment of expenses and per diem for Council PO 00000 Frm 00073 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 members in the same manner as members of other advisory committees appointed by the Secretary. In addition to making these payments, the Department of Health and Human Services and CMS provide management and support services to the Council. The Secretary will appoint new members to the Council from among those candidates determined to have the expertise required to meet specific agency needs in a manner to ensure appropriate balance of the Council’s membership. The Council held its first meeting on May 11, 1992. The current members are: John E. Arradondo, M.D., MPH; Vincent J. Bufalino, M.D., Chairperson; Joseph A. Giaimo, D.O.; Pamela A. Howard, M.D.; Roger L. Jordan, O.D.; Janice A. Kirsch, M.D.; Tye J. Ouzounian, M.D.; Gregory J. Przybylski, M.D.; Jeffrey A. Ross, DPM, M.D.; Jonathan E. Siff, M.D., MBA; Fredrica E. Smith, M.D.; Arthur D. Snow, Jr., M.D.; M. Leroy Sprang, M.D.; Christopher J. Standaert, M.D.; and Karen S. Williams, M.D. II. Meeting Format and Agenda The meeting will commence with the Council’s Executive Director providing a status report, and the CMS responses to the recommendations made by the Council at the December 8, 2008 meeting, as well as prior meeting recommendations. Additionally, an update will be provided on the Physician Regulatory Issues Team. In accordance with the Council charter, we are requesting assistance with the following agenda topics: • Value-Based Purchasing. • 9th Scope of Work. • Recovery Audit Contractors (RAC) Update. • Local Coverage Determination Process. • National Coverage Determination Process. • Medicare Appeals Process. For additional information and clarification on these topics, contact the DFO as provided in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section of this notice. Individual physicians or medical organizations that represent physicians wishing to present a 5-minute oral testimony on agenda issues must register with the DFO by the date listed in the DATES section of this notice. Testimony is limited to agenda topics only. The number of oral testimonies may be limited by the time available. A written copy of the presenter’s oral remarks must be submitted to the DFO for distribution to Council members for review before the meeting by the date listed in the DATES section of this notice. Physicians and medical organizations E:\FR\FM\23JAN1.SGM 23JAN1

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

[CMS-2298-N]


Medicaid Program; Town Hall Forum on Access to Dental Care for 
Medicaid-Eligible Children; April 6, 2009

AGENCY: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), HHS.

ACTION: Notice of meeting.

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SUMMARY: This notice announces a town hall forum to discuss access to 
dental care for Medicaid eligible children. Beneficiaries, providers, 
dentists, industry representatives, and other interested parties are 
invited to this meeting to present their views, concerns, and 
recommendations related to oral health issues. The forum is open to the 
public, but attendance is limited to space available.

DATES: Meeting Date: The town hall forum will be held on Monday, April 
6, 2009, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., eastern daylight time (e.d.t.).
    Deadline for Meeting Registration: Registrations must be received 
by Wednesday, April 1, 2009, by 5 p.m., e.d.t.
    Deadline for Requesting Special Accommodations: Participants 
requiring special accommodations should contact Cindy Ruff at the 
address specified in the ADDRESSES section of this notice by Friday, 
March 27, 2009, by 5 p.m., e.d.t.

ADDRESSES: Meeting Location: The town hall forum will be held in the 
auditorium at the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 7500 
Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244.
    Meeting Registration: Participants may register via e-mail at 
Cynthia.Ruff@cms.hhs.gov or by regular mail at the Centers for Medicare 
and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and State Operations, Family 
and Children's Health Programs Group, 7500 Security Boulevard, S2-01-
16, Baltimore, MD 21244.
    Inquires: Send inquiries about this meeting via email to 
Cynthia.ruff@cms.hhs.gov.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Cindy Ruff, 410-786-5916.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

I. Background

    In response to Congressional hearings and Federal studies regarding 
access to dental care for Medicaid eligible children, we performed 16 
State dental reviews in 2008. We recently published a National Summary 
of those State reviews and identified several opportunities for 
improving dental care for individuals eligible for Medicaid. We 
proposed to have a Town Hall Forum to discuss these opportunities. The 
Forum will provide a venue for participants to provide feedback to us 
on various oral health issues and to discuss best practices and 
innovative delivery models for dental care. We will work with co-
facilitators, the National Association of State Medicaid Directors and 
the American Dental Association, in presenting the Forum.

II. Meeting Format

    The meeting will begin with introductions of the individuals 
participating in the meeting and an overview of the goal and objectives 
of the meeting. There will be a brief overview of the role and 
functions of Federal and State programs in delivering dental care to 
individuals eligible for Medicaid. There will be an opportunity for 
several States to briefly present information on a promising oral 
health practice in their State. The third portion of the Forum will 
focus on discussion of delivery of dental services through managed care 
organizations, payment issues, best practices/innovative delivery 
models, and recommendations for education and outreach to dental 
providers and Medicaid enrollees.
    Prior to the Town Hall Forum, we will distribute information via 
the CMS Web site including an agenda and a set of questions to be 
addressed at the Forum. The materials will be posted on the CMS web 
site at https://www.cms.hhs.gov/MedicaidSCHIPQualPrac/02_
whatsnewinquality.asp#TopOfPage. Registered participants may submit 
additional questions/comments to be considered for discussion at the 
Forum.

III. Registration Instructions

    There is no registration fee associated with attending the meeting. 
All individuals must register to attend. Because this meeting will be 
located on Federal property, for security reasons any persons wishing 
to attend must register at one of the addresses specified in the 
ADDRESSES section of this notice by the date specified in the DATES 
section of this notice. Please provide your full name (as it appears on 
your State-issued driver's license), address, organization, telephone, 
fax number(s), and e-mail address. You will receive a registration 
confirmation with instructions for your arrival at the CMS complex or 
you will be notified the seating capacity has been reached. The meeting 
is limited to registered persons, and seating capacity is limited to 
the first 250 registrants.
    Individuals requiring sign language interpretation for the hearing 
impaired or other special accommodations should contact Cindy Ruff at 
the address listed in the ADDRESSES section of this notice by the date 
specified in the DATES section of this notice.

IV. Security, Building, and Parking Guidelines

    This meeting will be held in a Federal government building; 
therefore, Federal security measures are applicable. We recommend that 
confirmed registrants arrive at CMS reasonably early, but no earlier 
than 45 minutes prior to the start of the meeting, to allow additional 
time to clear security. Security measures include the following:
     Presentation of government-issued photographic 
identification to the Federal Protective Service or Guard Service 
personnel.
     Inspection of vehicle's interior and exterior (this 
includes engine and trunk inspection) at the entrance to the grounds. 
Parking permits and instructions will be issued after the vehicle 
inspection.
     Inspection, via metal detector or other applicable means 
of all persons brought entering the building. We note that all items 
brought into CMS, whether personal or for the purpose of presentation 
or to support a presentation, are subject to inspection. We cannot 
assume responsibility for coordinating the receipt, transfer, 
transport, storage, set-up, safety, or timely arrival of any personal 
belongings or items used for presentation or to support a presentation.

    Note: Individuals who are not registered in advance will not be 
permitted to enter the building and will be unable to attend the

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meeting. The public may not enter the building earlier than 45 
minutes prior to the convening of the meeting.

    All visitors must be escorted in areas other than the lower and 
first floor levels in the Central Building.

    Authority: Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Program No. 
93.778, Medical Assistance Program.

    Dated: January 14, 2009.
Kerry Weems,
Acting Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
 [FR Doc. E9-1294 Filed 1-22-09; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4120-01-P

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