This training is intended for informational and training purposes only. All scenarios and activities are intended to simulate real-world situations, but should not be used in place of official policies and guidance. Official policies and guidance can be found through statutes and regulations, the State Operations Manual (SOM), and official guidance memos. Official policies and guidance supersedes information presented in this training.

For official guidance please refer to these important links:

CMS Regulations & Guidance

State Operations Manual (SOM) and Medicare State Operations Manual Appendix

CMS Policy & Memos to States and Regions and Administrative Information Memos to the States and Regions

Code of Federal Regulations TITLE 42—Public Health CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES