CMS Survey Shows Satisfaction With Medicaid and CHIP Programs - November 15, 2011

On Nov. 8, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released a survey that shows high satisfaction among parents of children with Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) coverage. The survey showed high levels of satisfaction with access to care and the quality of care provided. The survey also showed that the affordability of Medicaid and CHIP gave parents peace of mind regarding coverage for their children. “These results show how Medicaid and CHIP are making a positive difference in providing high quality care and peace of mind for families,” said CMS Administrator Donald Berwick, M.D., M.P.P.