FFES

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Is the SBE-FP part of the FFE?

  An SBE-FP uses the federal eligibility and enrollment platform operated by the FFE for its eligibility and enrollment functions, but is directly responsible for completing other functions, including, but not limited to, plan management.

• Is the FF shop the same as the FFEs?

  For ease of reference, this document will use the terms “FFES” and “FF-SHOP” to refer to all individual market Exchanges and SHOPs that rely on the federal eligibility and enrollment platforms. Where necessary, CMS will indicate whether the guidance described pertains to the FFES and FF- SHOP, only the FFES]

• Where are Federally Facilitated Exchanges located?

  Federally-Facilitated Exchange (FFES): Pursuant to Section 1321(c)(1) of the PPACA, the federal government established FFES in any state that did not elect to establish an SBE, or in a state that the Secretary of the Department of Health & Human Services (the Secretary) determined would not have an operable Exchange.

• How often does CMS update the FEPs manual?

  CMS intends to update this manual regularly and publish clarifying bulletins between updates. All previous versions of bulletins that have been incorporated into this version of the manual should be considered superseded by this manual. If you have questions related to content posted within this manual, please email [email protected].