The purpose of this subpart is to implement sections 1902(a)(19) and 1902(a)(30)(A) of the Act to protect Medicaid beneficiaries and ensure Medicaid payment is consistent with quality of care by prohibiting Federal financial participation in payments by States for sex-rejecting procedures for a child under the age of 18.

(a) As relevant to this subpart, section 1902(a)(19) of the Act requires that States ensure that care and services will be provided in a manner consistent with the best interests of the recipients.

(b) As relevant to this subpart, section 1902(a)(30)(A) of the Act requires that States' payment methods be consistent with quality of care.