CMS says states can fight Zika with Medicaid funds
tates will be allowed to use Medicaid funding to fight the spread of the Zika virus with mosquito repellent, contraception, family planning services and other preventive measures, according to a letter the CMS sent Wednesday to state officials.A bulletin sent to state Medicaid directors and managed care programs outlines a list of services available to prevent spread of the disease and reduce the risks associated with the development of microcephaly in children born by infected mothers...