Medicare Advantage Payments Surge: What It Means for 2026 and Beyond The Medicare Advantage landscape is undergoing a seismic shift with a better-than-expected payment increase announced for 2026. With rates set to climb by 5.06%, translating to a $25 billion boost, industry stakeholders are abuzz with speculation about its far-reaching implications. This announcement is a compilation of technical adjustments and recalibrated growth rates, but what does it mean for you, the taxpayer, and the broader healthcare ecosystem? A 5.06% Increase That Outruns Expectations The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services…
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