With CMS’ release of the Contract Year 2021 Final Rule, MA plans now have some clarity regarding the many Star Ratings proposals made earlier this year.
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CMS Releases Interim Final Rule for COVID-19 Regulatory Changes
On March 30, 2020, CMS released the interim final rule with comment period (IFC) to address a variety of payment and provider practice needs in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read the key takeaways for Star Ratings, Provider Flexibilities, and Telehealth.
GHG Responds to Common Questions About CMS’ Proposed Star Ratings Changes
On March 30, 2020, CMS announced temporary regulatory waivers and new rules to help the U.S. healthcare system continue operating through President Trump’s COVID-19 emergency declaration. With this new information, GHG’s Star Ratings expert, Melissa Smith, answers many of the FAQs we’ve received over the last few weeks.
COVID-19 Star Ratings Changes: What Do We Know? What Remains Unknown?
CMS has announced significant temporary changes to Star Ratings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to provide some relief to healthcare organizations, but we still have many unanswered questions. Here’s what we know so far.
Influencing Your 2021 Star Ratings: Every Day Matters
With last week’s release of draft 2020 Medicare Advantage Star Ratings to health plans, the…
HEDIS Deadlines Approaching
It’s HEDIS® time again! Health plans should have data collection and audit activities in full…
Connecting the Dots: The Impact of Health Disparities on Star Ratings
Healthcare quality improvement efforts have traditionally looked at healthcare policy, access to care, and the…
Insights From CMS’ Annual Request For Comments For Star Ratings
Despite the seismic transition underway in Washington, the now-annual ritual of CMS’ Request for Comments…
Noteworthy Evolution for Star Ratings in 2017 MA Draft Call Letter
Last week’s release by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of the 2017…
Top Tips for Star Ratings Success in 2016
Amidst our rapidly-changing industry landscape, the Star Ratings program essentially serves as a “Medicare Advantage…