Section 438.724 - Notice to CMS(a) The State must give CMS written notice whenever it imposes or lifts a sanction for one of the violations listed in § 438.700 .(b) The notice must adhere to all of the following requirements: (1) Be given no later than 30 days after the State imposes or lifts a sanction.(2) Specify the affected MCO, the kind of sanction, and the reason for the State's decision to impose or lift a sanction.