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This variable is contained in the following files:
SAS Name
ORGANIZATION_TYPE
This variable is the type of organization sponsoring the plan.
| Code | Code value |
|---|---|
| 01 | Local coordinated care plan (CCP) |
| 02 | Medical Savings Account (MSA) |
| 04 | Private fee-for-service (PFFS) plan |
| 05 | Demonstration |
| 06 | Section 1876 cost plan |
| 08 | Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) |
| 10 | Stand-alone prescription drug plan (PDP) |
| 11 | Regional CCP |
| 13 | Employer/union-only direct contract PDP |
| 16 | Point-of-sale contract; used for LINET – Limited Income Newly Eligible Transition program |
The CCW constructs the Plan Characteristics File from information submitted by plan sponsors to CMS’s Health Plan Management System (HPMS).
Source: CMS (HPMS Files)