Acronyms

Glossary

An acronym is a term formed from the initial letter or letters of each of the major parts of a compound term. This list explains acronyms found on the cms.hhs.gov web site and other acronyms that are commonly used. This list is not a legal document. Select one of the following letters to view the list of acronyms that begins with that letter.

Glossary and Acronyms
Acronym Sort descending	Term
CFO	Chief Financial Officer
CFOA	Chief Financial Officer's Act of 1990
CFPP	Contracting for Prepaid Plans
CFR	Code of Federal Regulations
CFSR	Contract Funds Status Report
CGMP	Current Good Manufacturing Practice
CHA	Catholic Health Association
CHA	County Health Authorities
CHAFF	Change of Address System (MBR)
CHAIN	Chain Provider Director System