Disclosure of Information

10.1 - Disclosure of Information (Rev. 1, 09-11-02) The following sections contain instructions concerning the confidentiality and disclosure of information acquired and maintained by CMS, contractors (i.e., Medicare Administrative Contractors), providers, and State agencies in the administration of the health insurance program. These instructions comply with the statutes and regulations governing disclosure of information, specifically section 1106 of the Social Security Act, the Freedom of Information Act (5 USC §552) and implementing HHS FOIA regulations at 45 CFR Part 5, and CMS Confidentiality and Disclosure regulations at 42 CFR 401.101, et seq.