State Survey Certification of Health Care Providers and Suppliers (Title XIX) Medicaid

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Program Funding

Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.

Latest annual funding (estimated)
$373M FY2026
$320M
FY24
$310M
FY25
$373M
FY26*
* estimated

Program Objective

To provide (Medicaid) financial assistance to any State which is able and willing to determine through its State health agency or other appropriate State agency that providers and suppliers of health care services are in compliance with Federal regulatory health and safety standards and conditions of participation.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

  • State

The Federal government reimburses States for the Federal Financial Participation share for costs of inspection. Such participation is dependent on an approved State activity plan.

How to Apply

Award Procedure

States are provided a quarterly award based on an approved annual budget. States are reimbursed for survey activities under Electronic Funds Transfer System procedures. States draw funds through Department's Payment Management System.

Decision Timeline

  • Approval: From 30 to 60 days
Program details & compliance

Description

To provide (Medicaid) financial assistance to any State which is able and willing to determine through its State health agency or other appropriate State agency that providers and suppliers of health care services are in compliance with Federal regulatory health and safety standards and conditions of participation.

Mission Categories

Primary: General Health and Medical

Use of Funds

Allowed Uses

Funds are made available to States for the purpose of inspecting providers and suppliers of health care services, to ensure mandatory adherence to Medicaid health and safety standards and conditions. Funds made available under this program are used to support or reimburse State Staff for performing survey activities and for State administration of the program.

Required Documentation

State must have an approved State Plan for Title XIX. A signed 1864 Agreement for Title XIX in order to carry out the survey function.

Matching Requirements

Formula Grants. This program does have a matching requirement (75% Fed/25% State).

Reporting & Compliance

Records Retention
3 years

Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts

  • Subpart E — Cost Principles
  • Subpart F — Audit Requirements

Contacts

David Wright
410-786-9493
7500 Security Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21244
Data from SAM.gov Federal Assistance Listings. Source published: 2026-01-12. Spec v2.0. Last synced: 2026-05-30 02:37:06.