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Historical Highlights

The mission and business of CMS have evolved over the years based on legislative directives, advancements in medicine, and most importantly, the health care needs of the public.

Asterisk Click the underlined items below to learn about the key historical events that have influenced the current mission, vision, and core values of the Agency.

President Truman's health care proposal

The Social Security Act of 1965

The creation of HCFA

The establishment of DHHS

The renaming of HCFA

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