42 CFR § 457.1218 - Network adequacy standards.

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title: "42 CFR § 457.1218 - Network adequacy standards."
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section_name: "Network adequacy standards."
chapter_name: "CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES"
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# 457.1218 Network adequacy standards.

The State must develop network adequacy standards in accordance with the terms of § 438.68 of this chapter, and, ensure through its contracts, that each MCO, PAHP, and PIHP meets such standards.