Federal funding and Medicare Advantage – The impact of policy changes
(Source – CDPHP) The importance of stability in Medicare Advantage plans is underscored in this article posted at blog.cdphp.com. The article also
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Medicare Advantage
Some thoughts on Value-based Insurance Design
The transition to value-based care is designed to produce improved quality and cost-effectiveness in the delivery of healthcare, particularly in
Read MoreCMS proposes 2017 payment and policy updates for Medicare Health and Drug Plans
(Source – CMS.gov) The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) today released proposed changes for the Medicare Advantage and
Read MoreCMS Discusses Proposed Medicare Advantage Rate Changes
Health insurers may get a beneficial shot in the arm though 2017 payment rate increases, according to information released by
Read MoreA refresher on Medicare stats
In this article posted on www.mysanantonio.com, Motley Fool’s Dan Caplinger provides some eye-opening statistics about Medicare. Check them out here…
Read MoreUrban Medicare Beneficiaries May See More Drug Savings This Year
(By – Michelle Andrews, Kaiser Health News) Medicare beneficiaries who live in urban areas may save money on their prescription
Read MoreHLC Moving Toward “Transformative” Initiatives to Improve healthcare
Healthcare industry leaders have collaborative on steps to be taken to make healthcare more patient-centered and more efficient. In a
Read MoreUnderstanding Medicare Advantage’s “Trial Period”
Medicare beneficiaries in their first year of coverage under a Medicare Advantage plan have an option of returning to their Medigap
Read MoreImportant Things to Know About Medicare
This article and video from Kiplinger sheds light on some of the more common mistakes people tend to make with
Read MoreValue-Based Insurance Design and Medicare Advantage
Providing incentives to beneficiaries as an aid to seeking value-based services may fit well with Medicare Advantage plans, as explained
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