The future of Medicare Advantage plans
When the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced its proposed 0.09 percent increase in Medicare Advantage payments for
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CMS
Proposed MA rate will result in ‘higher premiums, reduced benefits, and less coverage options’: Fitch
(By: Jakob Emerson for Becker’s Hospital Review) Medicare Advantage insurers will likely continue to scale back supplemental benefits and exit
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It’s important to know how Medicare really works
Over 66 million Americans rely on Medicare to cover their healthcare costs. Although many seniors are familiar with the basic
Read MoreCMS pitches stricter oversight of organ procurement groups: 6 takeaways
(By: Mackenzie Bean for Becker’s Hospital Review) CMS proposed new steps to strengthen federal oversight of organ procurement organizations Jan.
Read MoreMedicare Advantage Insurers Face New Curbs on Overcharges in Trump Plan That Reins in Payments
(By Fred Schulte for KFF Health News) Medicare Advantage health plans are blasting a government proposal this week that would
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Helping you understand the Medicare’s ins and outs
Medicare is made up of different parts, each serving distinct healthcare needs. There are four main parts of Medicare: Part
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CMS names 15 medications for 2028 price negotiation cycle
(By: Paige Twenter for Becker’s Hospital Review) CMS will negotiate the prices for Trulicity, Biktarvy and 13 other high-cost medications
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It’s important to know what to expect out of your MA plan in 2026
The Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA OEP) runs from January 1 to March 31 each year, allowing current Medicare
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CMS proposes nearly flat Medicare Advantage payments for 2027: 5 notes
(By: Jakob Emerson for Becker’s Hospital Review) CMS proposed its 2027 Medicare Advantage and Part D capitation rates and payment
Read MoreSick of Fighting Insurers, Hospitals Offer Their Own Medicare Advantage Plans
(By Susan Jaffe for KFF Health News) Ever since Larry Wilkewitz retired more than 20 years ago from a wood
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