If a State's demonstration is expiring in 2012, can the State request an extension?

Yes. CMS will continue to consider section 1115 demonstration extension requests. However, the State's proposal must include a plan to address changes in its demonstration that would need to take place to ensure readiness for 2014. Please also note that extension requests are subject to the recently issued transparency final rule (http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR- 2012-02-27/html/2012-4354.htm )and corresponding State Health Officials letter (http://www.medicaid.gov/Federal-Policy-Guidance/Downloads/SHO-12-001.pdf (PDF, 136.08 KB) (PDF 0 bytes)), which outlines the new public notice comment and process requirements.

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