The senator said removing financial conflicts of interest would build confidence in Oz’s impartiality. The nominee's confirmation hearing is scheduled to be held on Friday.| Healthcare Dive
The Biden administration is attempting to push through a slew of reforms to the controversial MA program in its final months in power, though it will need the Trump administration’s buy-in to get them across the finish line.| Healthcare Dive
Some limits on how the assessments are used might be justified to ensure Medicare Advantage plans aren’t overpaid, researchers wrote.| Healthcare Dive
Lawmakers argued Mehmet Oz, who was nominated to oversee the CMS, has pushed to expand MA while owning stock in the largest MA plan provider, UnitedHealth.| Healthcare Dive
UnitedHealth, CVS and Humana used technology to increase MA prior authorization denials for post-acute services, boosting profits, according to a report from a Senate subcommittee.| Healthcare Dive
In 2024, more than half (54%) of eligible Medicare beneficiaries are enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans. This brief provides current information about Medicare Advantage enrollment, by plan type and firm, and shows how enrollment varies by state and county.| KFF