HEALTHJun 18 · 22:25 UTCSTAT NEWSBob Herman

STAT+: CMS recalculates Medicare Advantage star ratings again, adding more volatility to program

Federal officials recalculated the 2026 Medicare Advantage star ratings due to legal challenges from health insurance companies over lower ratings affecting bonus payments. The bonuses for plans with at least four stars have reached $16 billion this year, doubling since 2020.

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