CMS recalculates 2024 Medicare Advantage star ratings

June 13, 2024

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The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has recalculated some Medicare Advantage star ratings for the 2024 plan year after two federal courts found it improperly modified how it assesses quality, the agency notified health insurance companies Thursday.

In addition to the possibility of revised scores and additional revenue for 2024, Medicare Advantage carriers whose star ratings are increased will be permitted to resubmit their bids for next year.

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CMS has reviewed the star ratings for insurers that stood to benefit from a recalculation and receive higher bonus payments, the agency wrote in a memorandum.

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