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Beyond the Headlines: What the Medicare Advantage Final Rate Notice Means for Seniors
April 7, 2026
On Monday, CMS announced the Medicare Advantage final rate notice for 2027 — the annual payment update that determines how much funding Medicare Advantage plans will receive in the coming year. While it may sound…
More than 35 Million Seniors Are Counting on CMS to Fully Fund Medicare Advantage. Here’s What’s at Stake.
March 27, 2026
The Trump administration faces a critical funding decision that could impact millions of seniors. In the coming weeks, the Trump administration will finalize funding for Medicare Advantage next year — and reliable senior voters are…
How Medicare Advantage Keeps healthcare Affordable for Seniors
January 20, 2026
As healthcare costs continue to rise, affordability has become the defining issue for millions of Medicare beneficiaries. For more than 35 million Americans, Medicare Advantage provides the answer: with lower costs, predictable coverage, and meaningful…
MedPAC Analysis Highlights Progress, Still Needs to Account for Differences in Medicare Advantage Versus Fee-For-Service
January 20, 2026
On Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, MedPAC shared updates to its methodology for comparing spending in Medicare Advantage versus Fee-for-Service Medicare. While the Commission made modest model changes, the analysis continues to fall short of capturing…
2026 Medicare Advantage Data Reveal Shifts in Benefit Design
November 12, 2025
Overview Recently released 2026 Medicare Advantage data show that, while premiums are holding steady, some seniors will face higher out-of-pocket limits, fewer lower-cost options, and scaled-back supplemental benefits. Better Medicare Alliance (BMA) is sharing…