we conducted hierarchical logistic regression analyses to examine receipt of home health aide and social work visits by MA enrollment and rural-urban status (categorized by Rural Urban Commuting Areas Codes into urban, large rural, small rural, and isolated small rural communities), controlling for ...
Before the pandemic, Medicare beneficiaries in rural areas could receive telehealth services, but others could use telehealth only if they had certain medical conditions. Many beneficiaries gained access to telehealth services through Medicare for the first time during the pandemic, and those outside of...
Beneficiaries in cities and suburban areas usually have more plan options, while those in rural areas may have fewer. In 2024, the average beneficiary had access to 43 Medicare Advantage plans, though the number varies by region. To get the ball rolling on your research, here’s a comparison...
Pursuing sizable growth opportunities in underpenetrated populations (such as high- and low-income rural areas) with renewed focus and creativity to build products and networks—potentially augmented by virtual care—that will appeal to members traditionally less inclined to enroll in MA and historicall...
According to research from KFF, Medicare Advantage networks can vary widely. Some narrower networks cover less than 30% of a county’s physicians. People who live in rural areas may have a harder time finding providers.5 While MA plans can’t charge you more than 20% for in-network service...
Individuals in Medicare Advantage were also more likely to live alone, less likely to have around-the-clock support at home, and more likely to live in rural and disadvantaged areas. Medicare Advantage beneficiaries had shorter home health lengths of stay, defined as the numbe...
Medicare Advantage plans have had difficulty gaining traction in rural areas. In these areas, enrollment and primary care provider density can force premiums higher than in urban areas. Medicare Advantage plans will also receive 10 percent credit for the percentage of beneficiaries that...
Availability of doctors and hospitals can vary by location. When choosing a Medicare Advantage plan, rural residents may have fewer options than urban dwellers. Compare plans to find one that has providers you can easily access. Lifestyle Factors ...
Ensure RPM access by evaluating strategies to increase utilization, especially in rural areas. Improve RPM data collection by requiring more specificity on remote monitoring claims. "As we adopt exciting, new technologies that extend care beyond the walls of the doctor's office, we ne...
Medicare Advantage plan in their areas and on average most beneficiaries had access to 43 plans. Even in rural areas, which historically have had limited plan possibilities, access to Medicare Advantage coverage was strong with triple the number of plans offered in rural areas in 202...