Comments from Richard Besser, MD, on Access to Coverage and Care in Medicaid and CHIP

RWJF submitted comments in response to CMS RFI regarding access to coverage and care in Medicaid and Chip. RWJF believes beneficiaries should have access to timely, high-quality, and appropriate care in all payment systems.

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