Medicaid Advisory Committees & Beneficiary Advisory Councils — Implementation Considerations
This toolkit provides guidance to help states implement Medicaid Advisory Committees (MACs) and Beneficiary Advisory Councils (BACs) in accordance with new federal requirements designed to strengthen beneficiary input in Medicaid program oversight.
The resource explains the policy background behind new requirements for states to establish MACs and BACs under the 2024 Medicaid Access Final Rule and outlines how these advisory groups can improve stakeholder engagement in Medicaid program administration.
It offers practical implementation considerations, including guidance on committee composition, strategies for planning and running effective meetings, and methods for promoting transparency and public participation. The toolkit also highlights examples drawn from existing advisory committee practices to help states design structures that meaningfully incorporate beneficiary perspectives into decision-making.
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