This subpart sets forth-
(a) The requirements for- (1) Entities that seek qualification as HMOs under title XIII of the PHS Act; and(2) HMOs that seek- (i) Qualification for their regional components; or(ii) Expansion of their service areas;(b) The procedures that CMS follows to make determinations; and(c) Other related provisions, including application fees.59 FR 49836, Sept. 30, 1994