Medicare Financial Management Manual (Pub. 100-06), Ch. 1 § 30
Role of The Regional Offices (RO) - (Rev. 1, 08-30-02)
30 - Role of The Regional Offices (RO) - (Rev. 1, 08-30-02)
A1-1202, B1-4202
The ROs have the responsibility of negotiating and approving contractor budgets. The
Office of Financial Management has the authority to negotiate and approve budgets for
the Blue Cross/Blue Shield Association.