Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the CMS?

The correct answer is that regulating food safety is not a responsibility of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The CMS primarily focuses on the administration of federal healthcare programs. This includes overseeing Medicare and Medicaid, which are crucial for providing health coverage to eligible populations. Additionally, the agency is involved in overseeing certain public health programs that are integral to healthcare delivery.

Food safety, on the other hand, is primarily managed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Department of Agriculture (USDA). These agencies are responsible for ensuring that food products are safe for consumption and regulating practices related to food safety. Therefore, while CMS plays a significant role in healthcare administration and policy, it does not engage directly in food safety regulation.