The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) released the Requests for Applications (RFAs) for State Medicaid Agencies and Part D Plans to participate in the BALANCE (Better Approaches to Lifestyle and Nutrition for Comprehensive Health) Model.
The BALANCE Model aims to increase access to certain GLP-1 medications for weight loss and lifestyle interventions for Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries. State applications are due on July 31, 2026 and applications for Part D plans are due April 20, 2026 for participation in 2027.