Health Plan Accountability Update

TOP NEWSAHA report examines how growth of MA heightens challenges for rural hospitalsA new AHA report highlights how certain practices by Medicare Advantage plans are increasing rural hospitals' vulnerabilities and threatening access to care in rural communities.  &nbsp
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Nov. 26 proposed changes to the Medicare Advantage and prescription drug programs for contract year 2026.
CMS released a new complaint process for providers seeking assistance from the agency in resolving Medicare Advantage claims issues.
The AHA May 29 submitted a letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services responding to a request for information regarding Medicare Advantage data, urging CMS to increase oversight of the program.
CMS released a final rule that would increase oversight of Medicare Advantage plans and better align them with Traditional Medicare.