This year, 31 plans earned 5 stars, compared to 57 in 2023 and 74 in 2022. Susan Morse, Executive Editor Photo: Maskot/Getty Images The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has released the Medicare Advantage, Part C and Medicare Part D Star Ratings that rank MA plans by th...
temporary, favorable changes to the Star rating methodology initiated by CMS in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing investments by plans in quality improvement initiatives (see sidebars, “How ratings cycles work” and “Medicare Advantage Star ratings rose to all-time highs in ...
While Humana can be a good choice for people shopping for a special needs plan, its standard Medicare Advantage plans aren’t the best. Humana’s plans have lower NCQA and Medicare star ratings than other top insurers we reviewed. Additionally, Humana’s plans have above-average premiums and ...
October 6, 2022 GREEN BAY, Wisc.– For the second year in a row, HealthPartners Robin Medicare Advantage plans have been awarded an overall 5 out of 5-Star Rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for 2023. The top rating from CMS plac...
Medicarerates the quality ofMedicare Advantageplans, which cover hospitalization, outpatient care, and often prescription-drug coverage. It also rates Part D drug plans, which help to pay for the cost of prescriptionmedicationsfor people not enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan. ...
"Medicare Advantage plans have a unique and growing opportunity to address the needs of socioeconomically vulnerable populations and improve their health," reports America's Health Insurance Plans.
The average star ratings for Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D prescription drug plans fell for the second year in a row to 4.04 and 3.11 stars, respectively, CMS data revealed.
Meaning Medicare Advantage star ratings, which are designed to reflect overall performance in a plan, are only modestly associated with quality for racial/ethnic minorities and enrollees of low SES in the same plan. Abstract Importance Medicare Advantage (MA) plans, which disproportionately enroll raci...
A critical area of focus for leaders should be the Medicare Advantage Star Ratings program. While 4+ star performance is becoming table stakes, plans that emphasize achieving better Star-program performance tend to have an advantage. About the authors The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (...
Choosing a Medicare Advantage plan Compare top Medicare Advantage plans When choosing a Medicare Advantage (MA) plan, it's essential to carefully evaluate several key factors to ensure it meets your needs. Consider the plan's network of providers, the types of coverage offered, and the associated...