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CMS Records Schedule

Guidance for CMS records schedule.

Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Issue Date: October 03, 2017

The CMS Records Bucket Schedules ensure the proper preservation and disposition of official CMS records across all media types. Designed to meet legal, fiscal, regulatory, and operational requirements, these schedules promote efficient record creation, organization, maintenance, use, and disposition while supporting the agency's mission.

The CMS RIM Policy outlines principles and practices for managing CMS’s critical records and information assets. Adhering to this policy ensures compliance with strict laws, regulations, and government-wide policies, safeguarding the integrity of CMS operations.

For inquiries, contact the CMS Records Team at Records_Retention@cms.hhs.gov.

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