Children's Health Insurance Program Tribal Consultation
This is one in a series of letters to States providing guidance on the new
Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), which was enacted as part
of the Balanced Budget Act of 1997 (BBA). This letter provides
guidance to States on consultation with Indian Tribes and organizations
and on using CHIP funds to benefit Indian children.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: February 24, 1998
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