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CMS Finalizes CY 2023 Policy Changes for Medicare Advantage and Part D Plans; Including Patient Cost-Sharing, Patient Protections, and Provider Accessibility

On April 29, 2022, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released its final rule and a fact sheet, containing policies for Medicare Advantage (MA) and Medicare Part D plans in CY (contract year) 2023. The rule includes the following changes: Redefining ‘negotiated price’ for Part D drugs so prices at point of sale [...] Read More

Has Medicare Advantage achieved its promises?

The Medicare Advantage program (also known as Medicare Part C) has long been touted for its potential to lower costs, expand consumer choice, and improve health outcomes.[i] The popularity of Medicare Advantage (MA) plans has increased in the past decade with prospective enrollees enticed by benefits ranging from dental care to pest control and targeted [...] Read More

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CMS Finalizes CY 2023 Policy Changes for Medicare Advantage and Part D Plans; Including Patient Cost-Sharing, Patient Protections, and Provider Accessibility

Has Medicare Advantage achieved its promises?