Introduction The recent publication of 2024 Medicare Advantage (MA) Star ratings confirmed that the regulatory and operating environment for this program will challenge health plans (especially compared to past years) as the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) shifts…

Star Year 2022 Ratings have officially posted, allowing Medicare Advantage beneficiaries to compare plan options based on quality. This year, more beneficiaries will select from above-average plans, with 68% of MA-PDs (322 contracts) earning 4 stars or higher for Star…