Medicare Advantage

CMS proposes requiring eligibility verification before ACA premium subsidies are granted, implementing new anti-fraud provisions for 2028.

A Commonwealth Fund survey finds rising uninsured rates and affordability challenges, broad public support for gov’t-backed coverage.

The pharma trade group claims CMS exceeded its authority with the Medicare Part B pricing model.

Centene Corporation joins a growing list of payors launching programs that exempt qualified providers from certain PA requirements.

New surveys show growing public backing for Medicare for All ahead of the 2026 midterms, though partisan divides and cost concerns remain.

AHA report says reimbursement gaps, workforce shortages, and policy changes are intensifying financial strain on rural hospitals.

Quality performance trends highlight high-performing contracts and program updates.

CMS says Medicare Advantage and Part D coverage will remain broadly stable in 2027, with lower average premiums and continued plan choice.