Alignment Healthcare successfully raises its Arizona HMO star rating from 3.5 to 4 stars after a federal court ruling, impacting Medicare Advantage member care and CMS bonus payments.

Explore the impact of recent U.S. legislation on Medicare, Medicaid, ACA subsidies, and retirement health benefits. Understand key changes affecting coverage, eligibility, and premiums for 2024.

Federal court ruling increases Alignment Healthcare's Arizona Medicare Advantage HMO star rating from 3.5 to 4 stars, enhancing plan quality recognition and CMS bonus eligibility.

Federal court ruling raises Alignment Healthcare's Arizona Medicare Advantage star rating to 4 stars, impacting quality ratings and bonus payments in 2025.

The Trump administration proceeds with the third cycle of Medicare drug price negotiations, addressing Part B drug inclusion and sparking pharmaceutical industry concerns about pricing and implementation.

Medicare reimbursement for physician GI procedures fell over 22% (2018-2023), while facility payments to ASCs and HOPDs increased, impacting healthcare economics and physician practice structures.

Mark Farrah Associates reports on profitability and performance metrics in the U.S. Individual and Small Group health insurance markets, based on NAIC data and trend analysis.

Sensory therapy in dementia care engages the five senses to improve mood, reduce anxiety, and enhance patient connection in U.S. senior living communities. Learn how this non-pharmacological approach supports long-term memory and emotional well-being.

The Treat and Reduce Obesity Act introduces expanded Medicare coverage for obesity screenings, specialists, and medications, aiming to reduce obesity-related diseases and healthcare costs among seniors.

H.R. 3467 proposes automatic enrollment into low-premium Medicare Advantage plans with a three-year lock-in, raising concerns about beneficiary choice, network limitations, and coverage variability.