Block Grant 2505MA5MAP

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts has been awarded a $11,153,135,258 federal block grant from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) under the Medical Assistance Program (CFDA 93.778) to administer Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) services for the fiscal year 2025. This comprehensive grant funding allows Massachusetts to provide critical healthcare services and coverage for low-income populations, including cash assistance recipients, children, pregnant women, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities. The block grant supports a wide range of Medicaid-eligible services, such as medical care payments, eligibility determinations, claims processing, and overall program oversight to ensure access and quality of healthcare. As the prime recipient, the Commonwealth frequently sub-awards portions of this federal grant funding to local governments, non-profit organizations, and healthcare providers throughout the state to implement Medicaid and CHIP programs at the community level.