Provisions relating to administration

42 U.S. Code § 1395b-9. Provisions relating to administration

(a) Coordinated administration of medicare prescription drug and Medicare Advantage programs
(1) In general
There is within the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services a center to carry out the duties described in paragraph (3).
(2) Director
Such center shall be headed by a director who shall report directly to the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
(3) DutiesThe duties described in this paragraph are the following:
(A)
The administration of parts C and D.
(B)
The provision of notice and information under section 1395b–2 of this title.
(C)
Such other duties as the Secretary may specify.
(4) Deadline
The Secretary shall ensure that the center is carrying out the duties described in paragraph (3) by not later than January 1, 2008.
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